Each hour offers something unique and real.ĭuring the peak season you can immerse yourself in an 18th century dining experience, available daily, at the Hotel de la Marine and Grandchamp House. Sheep run through the streets, called home by the stable hand. Children play games in the streets, while the sentry at the gate challenges those who wish to enter the walled town. Music might be heard from a waterfront tavern. You can even fire a cannon or musket yourself by taking part in our 'Have a Blast' or 'Have a Ball' programs. The beat of drums and the chime of the garrison clock order the soldiers' day. Louisbourg's inhabitants are happy to share their stories, and can be found working the forge, tending the gardens and running the kitchens. With the rooster's crow comes bread from the ovens that supplies both soldiers and hungry visitors.
Chores are the order of the day on summer and fall mornings.
On summer feast days colour and pageantry break the routine of daily life as the townspeople promenade in their finery. A hot day shows the town and its various gardens at their brightest. A cold day with wind and rain may draw visitors to the warmth of a welcoming fire or to the cozy inn for a warming bowl of soup. A foggy day cloaks the site in mystery and creates scenes and images not to be forgotten.
Peak season brings a different kind of magic on-site as costumed people add life to the streets and the homes. No matter the season, be sure to find out from reception what activities and experiences may be on offer that day. After Labour Day, the Fortress of Louisbourg winds down once again with costumed animators interpreting some buildings into September. We recommend reserving a place on these tours in advance.īy the end of June, the site will begin to fill with costumed interpreters as we ramp up for peak season. Accessible guided tours are available as well. To enhance your visit you may purchase a guided tour or participate in the Time Travel program. Explore the site on your own or embark on an Explora tour of the grounds. Several buildings with exhibits are open for you to discover. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy an inspiring setting with beautiful visuals as they stand on our history-laden grounds.
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Explora is available to download for free at the App Store and through Google Play.įor those seeking quiet opportunities and some on-site services, visiting during the shoulder season is recommended. Through sound, video, photos, quizzes and text, you will hold stories about Louisbourg in your hands as you walk through both the reconstructed town and the fortress's ruins. While there are no services available, a low season visit may provide the best opportunity for visitors to experience the stillness of the streets, take in the beauty of the exterior architecture of the buildings, or simply enjoy the treasures that life's quietest moments may bring.įor a new way to experience the site in the low season, try our Explora app. Opportunities to experience the Fortress of Louisbourg's quiet streets during the low season allow visitors to imagine life in the toughest of conditions almost 300 years ago. Please note that we have three seasons throughout the year: If you have a physical, mental health, chronic health or learning challenge - and wish to self-identify - please review the application carefully. You may be eligible for accommodations through Accessibility Services.Welcome to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, a magical place on the edge of a continent where past and present come together to celebrate Canada’s diverse heritage. Explore student awards, scholarships and bursaries.Amounts are set each spring for the following September. Review tuition, program costs and fees.Check if you require additional assessment.
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