Canada Nova Scotia

If you travel to Nova Scotia, you can experience a lot of Canada in a short time - and also explore a beautiful Atlantic coastline and watch whales.

Nova Scotia offers breathtaking natural beauty, diverse cultures, a rich historical heritage and warm inhabitants. The province is famous for the Bay of Fundy with the largest tidal range in the world, spectacular beaches and an ocean-influenced culinary scene. Visitors can go river rafting on the world's highest tidal range, camp under the stars and listen to traditional music or take part in hikes or paddling tours led by locals. The capital Halifax is located on the second largest natural harbor in the world and offers the perfect mix of big city atmosphere and small town charm. The pretty city center can be explored on foot, from the harbor or on a city tour.



At first glance at the map , the Nova Scotia peninsula appears quite small: compared to other European countries, it is about the size of Switzerland. This is manageable by Canadian standards, but that can be an advantage, because you can experience a lot of Canada here - plus a maritime side with a wide variety of European influences. What's more, Nova Scotia is the fastest destination in Canada to reach from Germany. One highlight not to be missed are the so-called "Scenic Routes", which mainly meander along the coasts of the peninsula. Picturesque lighthouses, long sandy beaches and rocky coasts characterize the varied coastline, which can be discovered on a total of eleven of these routes. The picturesque Lighthouse Route, which begins shortly after Halifax heading south, is particularly popular: Imposing lighthouses are just as popular photo motifs here as idyllic harbor towns with their colorful wooden houses, inviting you to take a stroll against a true postcard backdrop. Along the Lighthouse Route, you travel exclusively along the Atlantic Ocean, which can be a little wilder at times, but you will also discover countless sheltered bays with fine sandy beaches where you can find secluded spots to relax even in the popular midsummer months.

Cape Breton is repeatedly voted one of the most beautiful islands in Canada . In terms of landscape, this part lives up to the name of the province, as the topography is strongly reminiscent of Scotland with its hilly Highlands. The Cabot Trail, which is around 300 kilometers long, is "carved" into the rocks towering high above the waters of the St. Lawrence Gulf. Viewpoints offer unforgettable views over the rugged rocky coastline of Cape Breton, where groups of whales often appear close to the shore and bald eagles circle in the breeze. The majestic sea creatures are so numerous here that some tour operators even guarantee sightings from 1 July to 31 October.

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