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Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Lunenburg is a port town on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1753, the town was one of the first British attempts to settle Protestants in Nova Scotia.

Type City

Why go

  • Town in Nova Scotia, Canada.

History

Lunenburg is a port town on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1753, the town was one of the first British attempts to settle Protestants in Nova Scotia.

Getting there by ferry

East LaHave
Ferry terminal · 9.1 km from the centre
Outdoor
LaHave
Ferry terminal · 9.9 km from the centre
Outdoor
Tancook
Ferry terminal · 15 km from the centre
Outdoor
Chester
Ferry terminal · 19 km from the centre
Outdoor
LaHave River Ferry
Ferry route · NS Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
Outdoor
East LaHave -> LaHave
Ferry route · Government of Nova Scotia
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LaHave -> East LaHave
Ferry route · Government of Nova Scotia
Outdoor
Tancook Island ferry
Ferry route
Outdoor
Tancook -> Tancook
Ferry route · Government of Nova Scotia
Outdoor
Chester -> Tancook
Ferry route · Government of Nova Scotia
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Lunenburg, Nova Scotia — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 4 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: East LaHave, 9.1 km); routes include LaHave River Ferry, East LaHave -> LaHave, LaHave -> East LaHave.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences