New Brunswick Canada on the Atlantic

Discover New Brunswick Canada

New Brunswick Canada is one of the three Atlantic Provinces of Canada. It is on the east coast of the country. The province is covering an area of ​​72.908 km². With a population of around 780.000, New Brunswick is relatively small and sparsely populated. The two main cities are the capital Fredericton and the largest city Saint John.

Our travel tips for New Brunswick Canada

Following in the footsteps of the Acadians in New Brunswick: Culture, history and travel tips

New Brunswick Road Trip in the Footsteps of the Acadians Do you know this? You travel through a country and discover interesting aspects along the way that you would like to know more about? That's what happened to us on our previous trips through New Brunswick...

How to Eat a Lobster – Step-by-Step Guide to Eating Lobster

How do you eat lobster in the shell? How do you eat lobster? We asked ourselves this question on our gourmet trip through New Brunswick, which we undertook at the invitation of Tourism New Brunswick. Do you know this feeling too? You would love to...

Whale Watching Alaska and Canada

Best Spots for Whale Watching Alaska & Canada Whale watching is definitely part of any trip to Canada or Alaska. You can enjoy nature everywhere in Canada and Alaska. No wonder. If you look at the map...

The market of St John New Brunswick

The market in St John New Brunswick is worth a visit. The market in St John is lively: here, vendors loudly advertise their wares. These range from seafood, including the delicious lobster from the Bay of Fundy, to fruit...

Rossmount Inn in St Andrews-by-the-Sea

Enjoy an overnight stay at the Rossmount Inn in St. Andrews-by-the-Sea Relax at the Rossmount Inn after an eventful day in New Brunswick! Imagine: You've been out and about all day on one of the islands on New Brunswick's west coast. And there are many...

Lobsters eat in Atlantic Canada

How to Eat Lobster the New Brunswick Way Eating lobster is a must on any trip through Atlantic Canada. If you don't try it at least once, you can't say that you've got to know this region. Because lobster is a staple food in the Atlantic regions of Canada...

Slow Food in Canada: lobster and caviar

Slow Food in Canada: you can get shrimp, lobster, caviar and salmon from your neighbor A Slow Food menu in New Brunswick reads like a Who's Who of the tastiest seafood specialties that Canada's Atlantic coast has to offer: ...

Lonely island in the Atlantic Ocean: Miscou Island in New Brunswick

A lonely island in the Atlantic? How does that sound to you? When I think of something like that, I immediately think of a refreshing wind blowing in from the sea, and I see lighthouses like a mirage out of the fine haze that the ...

Shell jewelry made in New Brunswick

Amazing what shell jewelry they make in New Brunswick. We love to get a behind the scenes look at local life on our tours, and our favorite way to do this is to meet people and see how they live. It is ...

Beautiful beaches in eastern Canada

Where can you swim in Eastern Canada In the past few years we have often been to the Atlantic provinces of Eastern Canada. We often followed the coastal roads. What is more impressive than views of the expanses of the sea, especially when they ...

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When ebb and flow flood the Bay of Fundy

This phenomenon is particularly impressive at the Bay of Fundy, a sea bay that pushes deep inland between the Canadian Atlantic provinces of New Brunswick Canada and Nova Scotia. Here there is the highest tidal range, the difference between low and high tide, in the whole world.

The sea retreats from the bay on the Atlantic coast of New Brunswick

Every day, the Bay of Fundy empties, and 100 billions of tons of seawater flow out during each tidal cycle and into the bay, which has a total length of 270 kilometers. A truly breathtaking event.

Special ecosystem in the area of ​​the highest tidal range in the world

Numerous animals live in this unique ecosystem, including half of the North Atlantic straight whales, which are on the endangered species list. More than 90% of the waterbirds, a species of bird, rest here during their annual bird flight.

At the Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy, the spectacle is the most impressive

But the most impressive thing is when entire islands and islets are exposed by the sea water. This can best be seen at the Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy. Due to the daily water movements, the islands are heavily worked and get the typical shape that has given them the name "Flowerpot Rocks". If the sea has completely withdrawn from the region in the northern area of ​​the Bay of Fundy, you can understand why the Hopewell Rocks are so called.

Tips on how to incorporate the Hopewell Rocks into your journey

If you want to experience this phenomenon yourself, you should plan your trip through New Brunswick Canada in such a way that you arrive at the right time Hopewell Rocks arrives. And the easiest way to do that is to get the tide plan at one of New Brunswick's many visitor centers along the main roads through this province. There you will find out the exact dates when the water will expose the islands, giving you the opportunity to photograph the imposing Hopewell Rocks from the bottom of the sea - certainly one of the most spectacular photos you can bring home from a trip through New Brunswick.

Fundy National Park

In addition to the impressive Bay of Fundy, which meanders along the coast, New Brunswick Canada has other scenic highlights to offer. Fundy National Park stretches along the Bay of Fundy with its dense forests, waterfalls and hiking trails. Here you can camp in the summer months, go canoeing or simply enjoy nature. There are also beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages in the east of the province that invite you to linger.

The cities of Saint John and Fredericton

Those interested in history and culture will also find what they are looking for in New Brunswick Canada. In the city of Saint John, for example, there is the New Brunswick Museum, which deals with the history and nature of the province. In Fredericton you will find the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, which houses a large collection of Canadian and international art.

New Brunswick Canada for adventurers

For the more adventurous, there are also plenty of activities to try in New Brunswick. For example, you can go kayaking in the Bay of Fundy or swing through the forests on a zipline adventure. Skiing and snowmobiling are available in winter.

Conclusion: New Brunswick Canada - a mixture of nature, culture and adventure

All in all, New Brunswick offers a successful mix of nature, culture and adventure. Whether you're visiting the stunning Bay of Fundy, hiking through the forests of Fundy National Park, or exploring the province's history and culture in one of the towns, New Brunswick is definitely worth a visit.

It is a spectacle to see how the sea on the Atlantic coast of New Brunswick drains huge bays during low and high tide and then fills them up again completely after a few hours.

New Brunswick Canada Questions and Answers

What's the best way to get to New Brunswick?

The best way to get to New Brunswick is by plane. The two largest airports in the province are Greater Moncton International Airport and Fredericton International Airport. Alternatively, you can also arrive by car or train.

Are there many places to camp in New Brunswick?

Yes, there are numerous campgrounds in New Brunswick, both in Fundy National Park and along the coast. Many campsites also offer caravan or cabin rentals.

What activities can you do in the Bay of Fundy?

In addition to the amazing ebb and flow phenomenon, the Bay of Fundy is also great for kayaking, whale watching or swinging through the woods on a zipline adventure.

Which museums are worth visiting in New Brunswick?

The New Brunswick Museum in Saint John and the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton are two of the province's best-known museums. However, there are also many other museums that deal with different subject areas.

What is the best time of year to visit New Brunswick?

The best time of year to visit New Brunswick depends on what activities you have planned. For example, in the summer there is camping and hiking in Fundy National Park, while in the winter there is skiing and snowmobiling. In general, the summer months of June to August are the most popular to visit.

Travel Arrangements:

Parking at the airport

Here you can reserve your parking space at the airport.

Getting to New Brunswick Canada:

Arrival by plane, bus or train*. Air Canada, Condor and Icelandair fly from Germany to various airports in eastern Canada.

Car Rentals:

Cheap car hire - book quickly and easily!

Hotels:

Hotels in the Bay of Fundy and the Annapolis Valley * and in New Brunswick * you can, for example, book through our partner booking.com.

Do you also know:

• Hiking at the Fundy Trail Parkway
• Minister's Island - Island 2 times a day
• Cape Enrage, lighthouse, cliffs & sea
• Grand Manan Island New Brunswick
• Glooscap Trail along the Bay of Fundy

Source New Brunswick Canada: Bay of Fundy Tourism and on-site research. Our opinion is definitely our own.

Text New Brunswick Canada: © Copyright Monika Fuchs and TravelWorldOnline.
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