Lunenburg is a town on Nova Scotia's South Shore, in Canada. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it is easy to see why: its 18th-century colonial architecture has been kept largely intact, and its brightly painted buildings climb the slope down to a working harbor.
What the town offers
The harbor is the heart of Lunenburg. Boats still come and go here, and the waterfront ties the town to its seafaring past. The town is home to the Bluenose II schooner, and its maritime heritage is celebrated through museums, boat tours, and traditional shipbuilding crafts.
Walking and browsing
Much of the pleasure of a visit is simply walking. The cobblestone streets lead past colourful houses and shopfronts, and the town's artisan shops invite a slow browse. Because the centre is compact, you can move from the harbor to the older streets on foot without much planning.
Who it suits
- Visitors interested in history and architecture
- Those who enjoy the sea, from harbor views to boat trips
- Anyone looking for a relaxed day of strolling and shopping
Lunenburg works well as a stop on a wider trip along Nova Scotia's South Shore, where the coast, the harbor and the town's heritage sit close together.
