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acadian
acadian coastal drive itinerary planner
new brunswick
coastal drive itinerary planner
Kouchibouguac ©2008 New Brunswick Tourism and Parks
routing From Route 2 at Aulac, Route 16, 15, 133 to Shediac to Route 11 all the way to Charlo (with some jaunts to the coast along the way). From Shediac to Kouchibouguac, take Route 134, 530, 535, 475, 505 & 134. Driving Distance (end to end): 477km (295 mi) on to Bathurst and Charlo. Driving Time by Motorcoach: Approximately 7 hours
points of interest
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Cape Jourimain - G7
Continue towards PEI to reach Cape Jourimain Nature Centre located at the base of the Confederation Bridge, a 13km (8mi) link between New Brunswick and PEI. Your group can stop to enjoy the many amenities such as home-cooked meals, unique gifts, wonderful vistas, ample washroom facilities and motorcoach parking. Provincial Visitor Information Centre also on-site. Murray Beach Provincial Park - "A Community Seaside Site" -a fun-filled New Brunswick Provincial Park, this is an campground on the beach!
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Shediac - E7
Known as the "Lobster Capital of the World" Shediac is one of the most popular beach recre-
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ation areas in the province, and has its own Day Adventure Centre. Parlee Beach Provincial Park - "New Brunswick’s Favourite Swimming Beach" - One of Canada’s best beaches and the summer capital of New Brunswick. This large, supervised, saltwater beach offers washrooms, parking, food service and a summer program of activities. Shediac Bay Cruises - Discover the region by experiencing first hand it’s livelihood – the sea! Shediac Bay Cruises offer lobster, action fishing, leisure, and private cruises.
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Bouctouche - E6
Birthplace of internationally renowned author Antonine Maillet and one of the world’s wealthiest industrialists, K.C. Irving. Irving Eco-Centre La Dune de Bouctouche - A superb example of nature at its purest and most awe-inspiring, the dune and its environment are unspoiled eco-treasures. Follow a safe and comfortable boardwalk along the gentle sands, fragile grasses and wildlife. Intrepretive Guides on-site. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour Le Pays de la Sagouine - A cultural attraction designed to revive the unique era of the beginning of the century, which author Antonine Maillet has
made famous. There are shops with local handcrafts and souvenirs and restaurants offer complete menus along with traditional Acadian cuisine. Some evening programs for groups are also possible. Minimum Time Required: 2 hours
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Rexton -D6
Birthplace of Andrew Bonar Law, the only British Prime Minister not born in the British Isles, featuring his house and farm.
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Kouchibouguac National Park of Canada - "The Kouchibouguac Bay Ecological Site" - D5 Spectacular beaches and sand dunes sweep for 26km (16mi) along the ocean here. The Visitor Reception Centre has room for several motorcoaches. An award-winning audio-visual presentation acquaints visitors with the park in all seasons. Minimum Time Required: Visitor Reception Centre and park tour: Two hours. Visitor Reception Centre, park and picnic or restaurant: 3 hours
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Bartibog Bridge - C4
The MacDonald Farm Historic Site provides a nostalgic journey back into the history and excitement of the early days on the Miramichi River. Costumed staff carry out daily activities reflectingfamily life in 1820. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour