{"id":161085,"date":"2026-05-14T20:20:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T18:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=161085"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:29:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T11:29:44","slug":"cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia: 15 Things to See and Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are places you read about in a brochure and think &#8220;yeah, that&#8217;s probably overhyped.&#8221; Then you actually get there and realise that no brochure, no photo, no video could have prepared you for what you&#8217;re about to see. That&#8217;s exactly what happened to us on the <strong>Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were driving along a road that twisted between the ocean and forest-covered mountains, and I could barely focus on the wheel because every few seconds I wanted to pull over and snap a photo. When we later watched the sunset over the Atlantic from the Skyline Trail, we sat there for a good hour after \u2014 until we started freezing. That&#8217;s what the Cabot Trail does to you. \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this article, you&#8217;ll find a complete guide to the Cabot Trail in Canada<\/strong> \u2014 I&#8217;ll share the best time to visit (spoiler: the autumn colours here are from another planet), how to get there, where to stay, how much it all costs, and of course <strong>15 things to see and do<\/strong> on this 298-kilometre loop around Cape Breton in Nova Scotia. From whales to moose trails to the best lobster chowder we&#8217;ve ever had. Let&#8217;s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail.jpg\" alt=\"Coastal road on the Cabot Trail winding above the ocean\" class=\"wp-image-129523\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pobrezni-silnice-cabot-trail-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#When_to_visit_the_Cabot_Trail_and_how_to_get_there\" >When to visit the Cabot Trail and how to get there<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Best_time_to_visit\" >Best time to visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#How_to_get_to_Cape_Breton\" >How to get to Cape Breton<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Which_direction_to_drive_the_loop\" >Which direction to drive the loop<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Where_to_stay_on_the_Cabot_Trail_how_much_it_costs\" >Where to stay on the Cabot Trail + how much it costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#How_much_does_accommodation_cost\" >How much does accommodation cost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Where_to_stay_by_location\" >Where to stay by location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Approximate_budget_for_4_days_for_two\" >Approximate budget for 4 days for two<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Cabot_Trail_15_things_to_see_and_do\" >Cabot Trail: 15 things to see and do<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#1_Cheticamp_%E2%80%94_an_Acadian_village_with_soul\" >1. Ch\u00e9ticamp \u2014 an Acadian village with soul<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#2_Skyline_Trail_%E2%80%94_the_most_famous_hike_and_rightly_so\" >2. Skyline Trail \u2014 the most famous hike (and rightly so)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#3_Whale_watching_in_Pleasant_Bay_%E2%80%94_humpbacks_within_reach\" >3. Whale watching in Pleasant Bay \u2014 humpbacks within reach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#4_Meat_Cove_%E2%80%94_the_end_of_the_world_in_the_best_way\" >4. Meat Cove \u2014 the end of the world (in the best way)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#5_Bay_St_Lawrence_and_lobster_fishing\" >5. Bay St. Lawrence and lobster fishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#6_White_Point_and_Neils_Harbour_%E2%80%94_fish_straight_from_the_sea\" >6. White Point and Neil&#8217;s Harbour \u2014 fish straight from the sea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#7_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_the_trail\" >7. Cape Breton Highlands National Park \u2014 the heart of the trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#8_Franey_Trail_%E2%80%94_a_panoramic_view_most_tourists_miss\" >8. Franey Trail \u2014 a panoramic view most tourists miss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#9_Ingonish_Beach_%E2%80%94_swimming_in_the_Atlantic_for_the_brave\" >9. Ingonish Beach \u2014 swimming in the Atlantic (for the brave)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#10_Middle_Head_Trail_%E2%80%94_an_easy_stroll_with_ocean_on_three_sides\" >10. Middle Head Trail \u2014 an easy stroll with ocean on three sides<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#11_Jigging_Cove_Lake_%E2%80%94_an_autumn_explosion_of_colour\" >11. Jigging Cove Lake \u2014 an autumn explosion of colour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#12_Lone_Shieling_%E2%80%94_a_piece_of_Scotland_in_Canada\" >12. Lone Shieling \u2014 a piece of Scotland in Canada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#13_Celtic_culture_and_live_music_%E2%80%94_the_soul_of_Cape_Breton\" >13. Celtic culture and live music \u2014 the soul of Cape Breton<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#14_Cabot_Trail_by_bike_%E2%80%94_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\" >14. Cabot Trail by bike \u2014 for those who want a challenge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#15_Baddeck_and_Alexander_Graham_Bell_%E2%80%94_start_and_finish\" >15. Baddeck and Alexander Graham Bell \u2014 start and finish<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#What_to_eat_and_drink_on_the_Cabot_Trail_a_foodies_guide\" >What to eat and drink on the Cabot Trail: a foodie&#8217;s guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Dont_miss_these\" >Don&#8217;t miss these<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Our_favourite_restaurants\" >Our favourite restaurants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Beer_and_wine\" >Beer and wine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Practical_tips_to_finish\" >Practical tips to finish<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Mobile_signal_and_internet\" >Mobile signal and internet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#What_to_pack\" >What to pack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Travel_insurance\" >Travel insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Safety_and_wildlife\" >Safety and wildlife<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\" >Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#How_many_days_do_I_need_for_the_Cabot_Trail\" >How many days do I need for the Cabot Trail?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Which_direction_should_I_drive_the_loop\" >Which direction should I drive the loop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Is_the_Cabot_Trail_difficult_to_drive\" >Is the Cabot Trail difficult to drive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Can_I_drive_the_Cabot_Trail_with_a_caravan_or_motorhome\" >Can I drive the Cabot Trail with a caravan or motorhome?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#Do_I_need_a_reservation_for_the_Skyline_Trail\" >Do I need a reservation for the Skyline Trail?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#What_is_the_best_month_for_fall_foliage\" >What is the best month for fall foliage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cabot-trail-nova-scotia-guide\/#How_much_does_admission_to_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_cost\" >How much does admission to Cape Breton Highlands National Park cost?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TL_DR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cabot Trail<\/strong> is a 298 km scenic loop on Cape Breton Island in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada. It&#8217;s consistently ranked among the most beautiful drives in the world \u2014 and rightfully so.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best time to visit<\/strong> is late September to mid-October for the fall colours, or June\u2013August for warmer weather and whale watching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allow at least 3 days<\/strong> for the loop, ideally 4\u20135, so you can fit in hikes and side stops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Admission to <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/pn-np\/ns\/cbreton\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cape Breton Highlands National Park<\/a><\/strong> costs 10.50 CAD\/adult\/day (about \u20ac7). Most of the trail&#8217;s best spots are within the park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skyline Trail<\/strong> is the absolute must \u2014 an 8.2 km trail with a viewpoint over the ocean at sunset. Go for the sunset slot \u2014 you won&#8217;t regret it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whale watching in Pleasant Bay<\/strong> \u2014 from June to October you can spot humpback whales, pilot whales and dolphins. Peak season is July and August.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meat Cove<\/strong> at the island&#8217;s northern tip is a wild spot with cliffside camping above the Atlantic \u2014 well worth the detour from the main route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation<\/strong> ranges from 30 CAD for camping to 200\u2013400 CAD for hotels and B&#038;Bs. Book well in advance, especially for September and October!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drive counter-clockwise<\/strong> (starting from Ch\u00e9ticamp) \u2014 the best ocean views will be on your side of the road.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A full trip (3\u20135 days) for two comes to roughly <strong>\u20ac600\u2013900<\/strong> excluding flights and car hire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi.jpg\" alt=\"Valley with a view of the Cape Breton coastline\" class=\"wp-image-159149\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/udoli-s-vyhledem-na-pobrezi-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_the_Cabot_Trail_and_how_to_get_there\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_the_Cabot_Trail_and_how_to_get_there\"><\/span>When to visit the Cabot Trail and how to get there<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Timing is everything on the Cabot Trail \u2014 this route looks completely different in July compared to October. Both are stunning, but in very different ways. Let&#8217;s break down when it&#8217;s best to go and how to actually reach Cape Breton Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_time_to_visit\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_time_to_visit\"><\/span>Best time to visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Late September to mid-October<\/strong> \u2014 if you want to see the famous fall foliage, this is your window. The forests along the Cabot Trail explode into shades of red, orange, yellow and gold, making the entire route look like someone cranked up the saturation in Photoshop. But fair warning \u2014 you won&#8217;t be the only one who knows this. During peak season (typically the first two weeks of October) it gets seriously busy and accommodation sells out months in advance. Temperatures hover around 8\u201315 \u00b0C, so pack layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>June to August<\/strong> is the classic summer season. Temperatures around 18\u201325 \u00b0C, long days, and most importantly, the <strong>best conditions for whale watching<\/strong> (humpbacks are most active in July and August). You won&#8217;t get the autumn colours, but the forest is lush and green, and the trails are far less crowded than in October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>May and late October\/November<\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s a gamble. Some services (restaurants, whale watching tours, campsites) may be closed, and the weather can be unpredictable. On the upside, you&#8217;ll have the place practically to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Cape_Breton\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Cape_Breton\"><\/span>How to get to Cape Breton<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest option is to <strong>fly into Halifax<\/strong> (the capital of Nova Scotia) and drive from there. From Halifax to the start of the Cabot Trail (the town of Baddeck) it&#8217;s roughly 3.5 hours by car along the Trans-Canada Highway. The drive itself is pleasant \u2014 Nova Scotia is a beautiful province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s also a small airport right on Cape Breton \u2014 <strong>Sydney (YQY)<\/strong> \u2014 with regional flights from Halifax, Toronto and Montreal. From Sydney it&#8217;s only about an hour to Baddeck. If you want to save time, this is a great option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A car is absolutely essential.<\/strong> The Cabot Trail is a road loop and you simply can&#8217;t do it without your own wheels. From the UK, you can find flights to Halifax with airlines like Air Canada, WestJet, or connecting flights via Toronto or Montreal. For car hire, we&#8217;ve had great experiences with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalcars.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">RentalCars<\/a>, which compares deals across agencies so you can grab the best price. In Halifax, expect to pay around 50\u201380 CAD\/day (\u20ac35\u201355) for a standard car. During peak season (September\u2013October) book your car as early as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For cheap flights to Halifax (or anywhere in Canada), try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiwi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kiwi<\/a> \u2014 it&#8217;s our go-to flight comparison tool. From the UK, you can often find connections via Toronto or Montreal at reasonable prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>> \ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re planning a bigger road trip across Canada, the Cabot Trail works brilliantly as part of an eastern coast itinerary \u2014 Halifax \u2192 Cabot Trail \u2192 Prince Edward Island \u2192 Quebec City \u2192 Montreal \u2192 Ottawa \u2192 Toronto \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/niagara-falls-canada-tips\/\">Niagara Falls<\/a>. We did exactly this combination and it was incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_direction_to_drive_the_loop\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_direction_to_drive_the_loop\"><\/span>Which direction to drive the loop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the question everyone wrestles with. The answer: <strong>counter-clockwise<\/strong>, starting from Ch\u00e9ticamp towards Pleasant Bay and on to the north. The reason is simple \u2014 you&#8217;ll be driving on the outer side of the road, so the ocean views are right in front of you (rather than across the road behind a guardrail). Plus, you&#8217;ll tackle the most stunning section of the route \u2014 the climb from Ch\u00e9ticamp into the mountains \u2014 first, while you&#8217;re fresh and full of energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_on_the_Cabot_Trail_how_much_it_costs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_on_the_Cabot_Trail_and_how_much_it_costs\"><\/span>Where to stay on the Cabot Trail + how much it costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accommodation on the Cabot Trail isn&#8217;t exactly cheap, and in peak season it sells out surprisingly fast. This isn&#8217;t Banff or Niagara \u2014 the selection is smaller and more local, which is actually part of the charm. No massive hotel chains here, just small B&#038;Bs, cabins with ocean views, and campsites where you fall asleep to the sound of waves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_accommodation_cost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_accommodation_cost\"><\/span>How much does accommodation cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Camping:<\/strong> 25\u201340 CAD\/night (\u20ac17\u201328) \u2014 both national park and private campgrounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B&#038;Bs and guesthouses:<\/strong> 120\u2013200 CAD\/night (\u20ac83\u2013140) \u2014 the most common and charming option<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotels and cabins:<\/strong> 150\u2013350 CAD\/night (\u20ac105\u2013245) \u2014 the more upscale choice, mainly in Ingonish and Ch\u00e9ticamp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Airbnb\/cabins:<\/strong> 100\u2013250 CAD\/night (\u20ac70\u2013175) \u2014 great for longer stays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_by_location\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_by_location\"><\/span>Where to stay by location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baddeck<\/strong> \u2014 the ideal base for the start and end of your loop. A charming little town on the shores of Bras d&#8217;Or Lake, with a good selection of restaurants and places to stay. From here it&#8217;s a short drive to either side of the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- UBYTOVANI:Baddeck --><\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Ch\u00e9ticamp<\/strong> \u2014 an Acadian village on the west side of the trail. A perfect base for the Skyline Trail (which is just a short drive away). Local B&#038;Bs often serve breakfast with homemade Acadian baked goods, and it&#8217;s absolutely delightful.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- UBYTOVANI:Ch\u00e9ticamp --><\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Pleasant Bay<\/strong> \u2014 a small village in the northwest, the base for whale watching. Accommodation options are more limited here, but that also means it&#8217;s quieter. If you want to be close to nature and far from everything else, this is your spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingonish \/ Ingonish Beach<\/strong> \u2014 on the eastern side of the loop. This is where you&#8217;ll find the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-129469&amp;hotelname=Keltic%20Lodge&amp;address=Ingonish%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Keltic Lodge<\/a><\/strong>, arguably the most famous (and priciest) hotel on the entire Cabot Trail. Beautiful location right by the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Approximate_budget_for_4_days_for_two\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Approximate_budget_for_4_days_for_two\"><\/span>Approximate budget for 4 days for two<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Item<\/td><td>Price in CAD<\/td><td>Price in EUR<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accommodation (3 nights, B&#038;B)<\/td><td>450\u2013600<\/td><td>\u20ac315\u2013420<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Petrol (loop + drive from Halifax)<\/td><td>80\u2013120<\/td><td>\u20ac55\u201385<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food and restaurants<\/td><td>200\u2013350<\/td><td>\u20ac140\u2013245<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>National park admission (2 people, 3 days)<\/td><td>63<\/td><td>\u20ac44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Whale watching (2 people)<\/td><td>120\u2013160<\/td><td>\u20ac85\u2013110<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total (excluding flights and car hire)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>913\u20131,293<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20ac639\u2013905<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not the cheapest holiday, I&#8217;ll admit. But the views and experiences are worth every penny. If you want to save money, camping and self-catering will easily shave 30\u201340% off the budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabot_Trail_15_things_to_see_and_do\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabot_Trail_15_things_to_see_and_do\"><\/span>Cabot Trail: 15 things to see and do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now for the main event \u2014 let&#8217;s go through 15 of the best things to see and do on the Cabot Trail. I&#8217;ve listed them roughly in the order you&#8217;ll encounter them if you drive the loop counter-clockwise (as recommended). Of course, feel free to adjust the route to your own pace and mood \u2014 no itinerary needs to be set in stone. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- GYG:Cabot Trail (no mapping) --><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cheticamp_%E2%80%94_an_Acadian_village_with_soul\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cheticamp_an_Acadian_village_with_soul\"><\/span>1. Ch\u00e9ticamp \u2014 an Acadian village with soul<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful houses of a fishing village by the harbour\" class=\"wp-image-160836\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-u-pristavu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ch\u00e9ticamp is the first major stop on the western side of the loop and the gateway to Cape Breton Highlands National Park. But before you head into the park, take some time to explore the town itself. Ch\u00e9ticamp is the heart of Acadian culture on Cape Breton \u2014 the Acadians are descendants of the original French settlers, and to this day they speak their own French dialect, cook their own dishes, and weave the famous &#8220;hooked rugs&#8221; (handmade rugs with colourful patterns).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pop into <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lestroispignons.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Les Trois Pignons<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 a cultural centre showcasing local art and rug-hooking. It might not sound thrilling, but the rugs are genuine works of art and the stories behind them are captivating. Admission is just a few dollars. And if you&#8217;re into churches, <strong>\u00c9glise Saint-Pierre<\/strong> with its tall silver spire dominating the whole town is beautiful even from the outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ch\u00e9ticamp is also where you should <strong>buy your national park pass<\/strong> (if you haven&#8217;t done so online). The Visitor Centre is right on the edge of town and they have maps, trail condition updates, and tips from rangers who&#8217;ll happily tell you where you might spot moose or bears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Skyline_Trail_%E2%80%94_the_most_famous_hike_and_rightly_so\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Skyline_Trail_the_most_famous_hike_and_rightly_so\"><\/span>2. Skyline Trail \u2014 the most famous hike (and rightly so)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem.jpg\" alt=\"View into the valley from the Skyline Trail\" class=\"wp-image-159150\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-udoli-s-balvanem-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the trail that draws people to the Cabot Trail. And honestly, I get it. The <strong>Skyline Trail<\/strong> is an 8.2 km out-and-back hike that leads you out of the forest onto a cliff high above the ocean, where the entire coastline stretches out below you and the Cabot Trail road winds like a ribbon far beneath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trail is easy \u2014 the first 6 km follow a wide, almost flat path through forest. Then you begin descending towards the viewpoint, and the final stretch is along a wooden boardwalk with stairs. Physically, almost anyone can manage it. The whole hike takes about 2\u20133 hours, depending on how long you spend standing at the viewpoint with your jaw on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I strongly recommend going for sunset.<\/strong> Watching the sun set over the Atlantic from this viewpoint is one of the most beautiful things we&#8217;ve ever seen. The sun drops straight into the ocean and the sky turns shades that don&#8217;t have names. We arrived about an hour before sunset, found our spot on the cliff, and just sat. About fifty other people were scattered around us, and everyone was completely silent. There&#8217;s a special kind of energy in that moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>> \ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> During peak season (July\u2013October) you need a <strong>reservation<\/strong> for the Skyline Trail (introduced in 2023 to manage crowds). Book via the Parks Canada website as early as possible \u2014 sunset slots sell out within minutes. The cost is 2 CAD for the reservation plus the standard park entry fee. Without a reservation, you won&#8217;t be allowed on the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Whale_watching_in_Pleasant_Bay_%E2%80%94_humpbacks_within_reach\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Whale_watching_in_Pleasant_Bay_humpbacks_within_reach\"><\/span>3. Whale watching in Pleasant Bay \u2014 humpbacks within reach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pleasant Bay<\/strong> on the northwest coast is the best spot on the Cabot Trail for whale watching. From June to October, two main operators run tours here \u2014 <strong>Captain Mark&#8217;s Whale and Seal Cruise<\/strong> and the <strong>Whale Interpretive Centre<\/strong> (the latter is actually a museum, but they run boat trips too). A trip lasts 2\u20133 hours and costs around 50\u201380 CAD per person (\u20ac35\u201355).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What can you expect to see? <strong>Humpback whales<\/strong> are the most common and most spectacular \u2014 they breach, slap their fins, and sometimes come so close you can feel their breath (and it stinks, it really does \ud83d\ude05). You may also spot <strong>pilot whales<\/strong>, <strong>dolphins<\/strong>, and occasionally <strong>minke whales<\/strong>. The season peaks in July and August, but we had luck in September too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dress warmly even if it&#8217;s pleasant onshore \u2014 it&#8217;s about 10 \u00b0C colder on the water and the wind can catch you off guard. And bring seasickness tablets if you&#8217;re prone to it \u2014 the ocean here isn&#8217;t always calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Meat_Cove_%E2%80%94_the_end_of_the_world_in_the_best_way\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Meat_Cove_the_end_of_the_world_in_the_best_way\"><\/span>4. Meat Cove \u2014 the end of the world (in the best way)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu.jpg\" alt=\"Wild green coastline at Meat Cove on the northern tip of Cape Breton\" class=\"wp-image-160867\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-divoke-zelene-pobrezi-u-meat-cove-na-severu-cape-bretonu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Martin Cathrae from Charlottetown, PE, Canada \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Meat Cove is the northernmost settlement on Cape Breton Island, and it looks like the edge of civilisation. Which, in a way, it is. The last 30 km are on an unpaved gravel road that twists along mountain slopes, and when you finally arrive\u2026 a cliff. The ocean. An enormous sky. And a campground literally on the cliff&#8217;s edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The detour to Meat Cove <strong>isn&#8217;t part of the main Cabot Trail loop<\/strong> \u2014 from the main road at Cape North it&#8217;s about a 45-minute drive on a side road. But it&#8217;s worth every bump. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-129469&amp;hotelname=Meat%20Cove%20Campground&amp;address=Meat%20Cove%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Meat Cove Campground<\/a><\/strong> is a place where you pitch your tent with ocean views and wake up to dawn light over the water. A tent pitch costs around 40\u201350 CAD (\u20ac28\u201335).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re not camping, drive up here for lunch \u2014 <strong>Meat Cove Chowder Hut<\/strong> (yes, that&#8217;s really the name) serves brilliant fish chowder and lobster rolls right on the cliff. Open seasonally only (June\u2013October).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>> \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Heads up:<\/strong> The road to Meat Cove is unpaved and quite steep in places. It can be slippery after rain. You can manage it in a regular saloon car, but take it easy. We drove it without any issues, but don&#8217;t rush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bay_St_Lawrence_and_lobster_fishing\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bay_St_Lawrence_and_lobster_fishing\"><\/span>5. Bay St. Lawrence and lobster fishing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu.jpg\" alt=\"View of the bay and harbour at Bay St. Lawrence on Cape Breton\" class=\"wp-image-160868\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-1-pohled-na-zatoku-a-pristav-bay-st-lawrence-na-cape-bretonu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ken Heaton \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a stone&#8217;s throw from the Meat Cove turnoff sits <strong>Bay St. Lawrence<\/strong>, a picturesque fishing village that feels like time stopped somewhere in the 1960s. You pull in and there are fishing nets scattered about, colourful boats bobbing in the harbour, and the air smells of sea and pine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From here you can take <strong>bald eagle watching trips<\/strong> and whale watching on smaller boats \u2014 it&#8217;s a more intimate and cheaper alternative to Pleasant Bay. And if you&#8217;re lucky enough to arrive at the right time, you might see fishermen unloading fresh lobsters straight from their boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bay St. Lawrence is also the starting point for the <strong>Money Point Trail<\/strong> \u2014 a short but wilder trail leading to Cape Breton&#8217;s northernmost tip. It&#8217;s no tourist highway \u2014 more of a narrow footpath through woods and meadows. That&#8217;s exactly what makes it so rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_White_Point_and_Neils_Harbour_%E2%80%94_fish_straight_from_the_sea\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_White_Point_and_Neils_Harbour_fish_straight_from_the_sea\"><\/span>6. White Point and Neil&#8217;s Harbour \u2014 fish straight from the sea<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour.jpg\" alt=\"Red lighthouse in the fishing village of Neil&#039;s Harbour\" class=\"wp-image-160869\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-2-cerveny-majak-v-rybarske-vesnici-neil-s-harbour-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Dennis G. Jarvis \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving along the eastern side of the loop, a stunning view of a picturesque cove with colourful wooden houses suddenly opens up before you. That&#8217;s <strong>Neil&#8217;s Harbour<\/strong> \u2014 a tiny fishing village where stopping is pretty much mandatory, especially for the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Chowder House<\/strong> in Neil&#8217;s Harbour is legendary \u2014 literally a shack by the harbour serving fish and chips and seafood chowder that you&#8217;ll dream about for months. The portions are huge, the prices reasonable (15\u201325 CAD, or \u20ac10\u201317 for a main), and the view of the harbour with fishing boats is priceless. This isn&#8217;t a place to rush \u2014 it&#8217;s a place to sit, eat and soak it all in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just past Neil&#8217;s Harbour is <strong>White Point<\/strong>, which offers beautiful views along the coast. At low tide you can clamber over the rocks and search for sea urchins and starfish in the rock pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_the_trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_the_heart_of_the_trail\"><\/span>7. Cape Breton Highlands National Park \u2014 the heart of the trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean.jpg\" alt=\"Parks Canada red chairs with an ocean view\" class=\"wp-image-159152\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean-700x337.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean-768x370.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cervene-kreslo-vyhled-ocean-696x335.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A large stretch of the Cabot Trail passes through <strong>Cape Breton Highlands National Park<\/strong>, and it deserves a separate mention because this is the reason the road is so breathtakingly beautiful. Covering 949 km\u00b2, the landscape here resembles a mix of the Scottish Highlands, Norwegian fjords and Canadian wilderness. So what exactly makes this park special?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Picture this: highland plateaus covered in tundra-like vegetation (yes, tundra at 46\u00b0 north!), deep canyons, salmon-filled rivers, coastal cliffs, and forests that look like they&#8217;re ablaze in autumn. The park is home to moose, black bears, bald eagles, lynx, and plenty of other wildlife you won&#8217;t encounter back in Britain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Admission<\/strong> is 10.50 CAD\/day per adult (\u20ac7). If you plan to spend multiple days in the park, the <strong>Discovery Pass<\/strong> at 36.50 CAD (\u20ac25) is great value \u2014 it covers the entire season across all Canadian national parks. If you&#8217;re also thinking of visiting Banff, Jasper, or doing a <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/western-canada-road-trip-itinerary\/\">Western Canada road trip<\/a>, this is a no-brainer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The park has over <strong>26 marked trails<\/strong> of varying difficulty. Besides the Skyline Trail (tip no. 2), I wholeheartedly recommend the trails covered in the next sections of this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Franey_Trail_%E2%80%94_a_panoramic_view_most_tourists_miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Franey_Trail_a_panoramic_view_most_tourists_miss\"><\/span>8. Franey Trail \u2014 a panoramic view most tourists miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce.jpg\" alt=\"Trail through beech forest uphill in Cape Breton Highlands\" class=\"wp-image-159153\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/stezka-bukovym-lesem-do-kopce-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Skyline Trail attracts hundreds of people, <strong>Franey Trail<\/strong> is a local hidden gem that most tourists don&#8217;t know about. Which is a shame, because the views are at least on par \u2014 just different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trail is a 7.4 km loop that climbs steeply through dense forest to a rocky viewpoint with a <strong>360\u00b0 panorama<\/strong> \u2014 you can see Clyburn Canyon, Ingonish, the ocean and the mountain ridge. Unlike the Skyline Trail, however, it&#8217;s more challenging \u2014 the elevation gain is about 350 metres and some sections are quite steep. Allow 2.5\u20133.5 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The upside is that even in peak season, you&#8217;ll encounter a fraction of the Skyline crowds. We hiked it on a weekday in October and met about six people on the entire trail. At the viewpoint up top we had the place completely to ourselves. And those colours\u2026 \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Ingonish_Beach_%E2%80%94_swimming_in_the_Atlantic_for_the_brave\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Ingonish_Beach_swimming_in_the_Atlantic_for_the_brave\"><\/span>9. Ingonish Beach \u2014 swimming in the Atlantic (for the brave)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori.jpg\" alt=\"View of a forested valley sloping down to the sea\" class=\"wp-image-159154\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-na-zalesnenou-udoli-k-mori-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingonish Beach<\/strong> is probably the prettiest beach on the entire Cabot Trail \u2014 a lovely wide stretch of sand flanked by green hills. It&#8217;s part of the national park, so entry is included in your park pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I&#8217;ll be honest: <strong>the water is freezing.<\/strong> Even in August, ocean temperatures hover around 14\u201316 \u00b0C. If you&#8217;re into cold-water swimming or used to the chilly seas around Britain, you&#8217;ll manage just fine. Luk\u00e1\u0161 jumped straight in; I dipped my feet up to the knees and retreated to my towel. \ud83d\ude05 There is, however, a <strong>freshwater lake<\/strong> (really a lagoon separated from the ocean by a sand bar) where the water is noticeably warmer \u2014 around 20\u201322 \u00b0C in summer. So swimming for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around the beach you&#8217;ll find picnic tables, showers and a snack bar. It&#8217;s a great spot for a rest day between hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Middle_Head_Trail_%E2%80%94_an_easy_stroll_with_ocean_on_three_sides\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Middle_Head_Trail_an_easy_stroll_with_ocean_on_three_sides\"><\/span>10. Middle Head Trail \u2014 an easy stroll with ocean on three sides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem.jpg\" alt=\"Hiker on a trail with a view of the Cape Breton coastline\" class=\"wp-image-159155\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-stezka-s-vyhledem-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a breather after the Franey Trail but don&#8217;t want to just lie on the beach, <strong>Middle Head Trail<\/strong> is exactly what you&#8217;re looking for. A short, easy trail (3.8 km out and back) along a narrow peninsula that juts out into the Atlantic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trail starts right at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-129469&amp;hotelname=Keltic%20Lodge&amp;address=Ingonish%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Keltic Lodge<\/a><\/strong> in Ingonish and is almost flat. At the tip of the peninsula, the view opens up to the ocean on practically three sides \u2014 left, right and straight ahead. On a clear day you can see for dozens of kilometres along the coastline. It takes about an hour and is perfect for an evening stroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In spring and autumn, you might spot moose grazing right beside the trail. We were lucky enough to see a cow moose with her calf about 20 metres from the path. We froze on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a> and snapped photos like mad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Jigging_Cove_Lake_%E2%80%94_an_autumn_explosion_of_colour\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Jigging_Cove_Lake_an_autumn_explosion_of_colour\"><\/span>11. Jigging Cove Lake \u2014 an autumn explosion of colour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu.jpg\" alt=\"View of the forested landscape of Cape Breton\" class=\"wp-image-159156\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-zalesnenou-krajinu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s another trail that&#8217;s short and easy, yet incredibly photogenic \u2014 especially in autumn. The <strong>Jigging Cove Lake Loop<\/strong> is a 4.2 km circuit around a mountain lake surrounded by deciduous forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In October, the lake transforms into a mirror reflecting red, orange and golden trees. It&#8217;s the kind of scenery people fly halfway across the world to see in New England \u2014 except here there are far fewer crowds and far more wilderness. The trail is flat, follows the lake&#8217;s edge, and takes about an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re on the Cabot Trail in September or October, this spot is a must. Come in the morning when the lake is calmest and the reflections are sharpest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Lone_Shieling_%E2%80%94_a_piece_of_Scotland_in_Canada\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Lone_Shieling_a_piece_of_Scotland_in_Canada\"><\/span>12. Lone Shieling \u2014 a piece of Scotland in Canada<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton-.jpg\" alt=\"Replica of a Scottish shepherd&#039;s shelter at Lone Shieling in Cape Breton Highlands\" class=\"wp-image-160906\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-0-replika-skotske-pastyrske-chyse-lone-shieling-v-cape-breton--696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Loneshieling \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Lone Shieling<\/strong> is a short but unique stop. It&#8217;s a 15-minute walk (0.5 km) through old-growth deciduous forest to a replica of a Scottish stone shelter (a shieling). Why a Scottish shelter in Canada? Because Cape Breton was heavily settled by Scottish immigrants in the 18th and 19th centuries, and to this day you&#8217;ll find Celtic culture, Gaelic, and Scottish surnames on every other letterbox. If you&#8217;re from Scotland, this one will feel surprisingly close to home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The forest around the trail is actually the most remarkable part \u2014 there are <strong>300-year-old sugar maples<\/strong> with massive trunks that give you a glimpse of what North America looked like before European settlement. It&#8217;s one of the last remnants of old-growth forest on all of Cape Breton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stop takes 20\u201330 minutes and it&#8217;s right off the main road. Don&#8217;t skip it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Celtic_culture_and_live_music_%E2%80%94_the_soul_of_Cape_Breton\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Celtic_culture_and_live_music_the_soul_of_Cape_Breton\"><\/span>13. Celtic culture and live music \u2014 the soul of Cape Breton<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cape Breton isn&#8217;t just about nature. It has a soul \u2014 and that soul plays the fiddle. The island is a <strong>world centre for Celtic music<\/strong>, specifically Cape Breton fiddling, which has its roots in Scottish tradition but has evolved over centuries into something entirely its own. And you don&#8217;t need to attend a festival to hear it \u2014 <strong>live music plays every evening<\/strong> in pubs, community halls and even restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redshoepub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red Shoe Pub<\/a> in Mabou<\/strong> (just off the Cabot Trail) is probably the most famous music venue on the island \u2014 it&#8217;s owned by the Rankin sisters, who are Canadian music legends. Every night features a different act and the atmosphere is electric. Entry is either free or just a few dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another brilliant spot for live music is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-129469&amp;hotelname=Normaway%20Inn&amp;address=Margaree%20Valley%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Normaway Inn<\/a><\/strong> near Margaree Valley, which hosts regular c\u00e8ilidhs (Celtic dance evenings \u2014 pronounced &#8220;KAY-lee&#8221;). It&#8217;s one of those experiences you simply can&#8217;t have anywhere else \u2014 locals of all generations dancing, playing and singing, and you&#8217;re welcome to join in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>> \ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re on Cape Breton in October, try to catch the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/celtic-colours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Celtic Colours<\/a> International Festival<\/strong> \u2014 a nine-day music festival held across the entire island that&#8217;s absolutely magical. Tickets for individual concerts cost 25\u201350 CAD (\u20ac17\u201335).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Cabot_Trail_by_bike_%E2%80%94_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Cabot_Trail_by_bike_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\"><\/span>14. Cabot Trail by bike \u2014 for those who want a challenge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn&#8217;t a tip for everyone, but if you&#8217;re a cyclist, I have to mention it: the <strong>Cabot Trail is one of the most famous cycling routes in North America.<\/strong> 298 km, over 3,000 metres of elevation gain, and views that Tour de France riders would give anything for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most cyclists complete the trail in 3\u20135 days. You ride on the main road (there&#8217;s no separate cycle path \u2014 you share the road with cars, but traffic isn&#8217;t heavy and drivers are used to cyclists). The toughest sections are the climbs up <strong>French Mountain<\/strong> and <strong>North Mountain<\/strong> on the western side \u2014 both with over 400 metres of elevation gain over a short stretch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t fancy the full loop, at least hire a bike in Ch\u00e9ticamp or Ingonish and ride one of the shorter coastal sections. Even 30 km along the coast on two wheels is a memory for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Baddeck_and_Alexander_Graham_Bell_%E2%80%94_start_and_finish\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Baddeck_and_Alexander_Graham_Bell_start_and_finish\"><\/span>15. Baddeck and Alexander Graham Bell \u2014 start and finish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl.jpg\" alt=\"Lighthouse on Bras d&#039;Or Lake near the village of Baddeck under a starry sky\" class=\"wp-image-160870\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129469-3-majak-na-jezere-bras-d-or-u-vesnice-baddeck-pod-hvezdnou-obl-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Olivier Guillard olivier_twwli \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people drive through <strong>Baddeck<\/strong> on the way to the trail and back without stopping, but the town deserves at least half a day. It sits on the shore of the stunning freshwater <strong>Bras d&#8217;Or Lake<\/strong> and is a lovely, relaxed place with good restaurants and an interesting museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/lhn-nhs\/ns\/grahambell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alexander Graham Bell<\/a> National Historic Site<\/strong> \u2014 yes, that Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone. Bell fell in love with Cape Breton and spent the last decades of his life here. The museum is surprisingly engaging even if you have zero interest in the history of technology \u2014 it features interactive, modern exhibits and the view of the lake from the museum terraces is gorgeous. Admission is 8.50 CAD (\u20ac6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Baddeck is also a great place to start or end the loop \u2014 have a proper meal, stock up on supplies, and recharge before (or after) days in the wilderness. We finished our loop by sitting on a restaurant terrace overlooking the lake, drinking wine, and reminiscing about the entire trip. The perfect ending.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- GYG:Baddeck (no mapping) --><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_on_the_Cabot_Trail_a_foodies_guide\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_on_the_Cabot_Trail\"><\/span>What to eat and drink on the Cabot Trail: a foodie&#8217;s guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll admit I wasn&#8217;t expecting much of a culinary experience on the Cabot Trail \u2014 I figured it would be all nature, nature and more nature. Then I tasted the lobster chowder in Neil&#8217;s Harbour and had to completely reassess Nova Scotia as a food destination. \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_miss_these\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_miss_these\"><\/span>Don&#8217;t miss these<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lobster<\/strong> \u2014 we&#8217;re on the east coast of Canada, so lobster is practically a religion here. You&#8217;ll find it everywhere \u2014 in restaurants, fish shacks and markets. A <strong>lobster roll<\/strong> (lobster meat in a buttered bun) is the classic and typically costs 20\u201330 CAD (\u20ac14\u201321). You won&#8217;t find it fresher anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Seafood chowder<\/strong> \u2014 creamy fish and seafood soup that&#8217;s the local speciality. Every restaurant has its own version. Our favourite was at the <strong>Chowder House in Neil&#8217;s Harbour<\/strong> \u2014 thick, packed with chunks of fish, mussels and potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Acadian food in Ch\u00e9ticamp<\/strong> \u2014 try the <strong>meat pies<\/strong> and <strong>fricot<\/strong> (traditional Acadian stew with meat and potatoes). Ch\u00e9ticamp has several restaurants serving traditional Acadian dishes \u2014 I&#8217;d recommend <strong>Le Gabriel Restaurant<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oatcakes<\/strong> \u2014 Scottish-style oat biscuits that are everywhere on Cape Breton. Pick some up at any bakery as a snack for the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_favourite_restaurants\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_favourite_restaurants\"><\/span>Our favourite restaurants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chowder House, Neil&#8217;s Harbour<\/strong> \u2014 legendary fish and chips and chowder by the harbour. Mains \u20ac10\u201317. They take card!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Le Gabriel Restaurant, Ch\u00e9ticamp<\/strong> \u2014 Acadian cuisine, meat pies, excellent breakfasts. \u20ac10\u201321 for a main.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bean There Caf\u00e9, Ch\u00e9ticamp<\/strong> \u2014 a little caf\u00e9 with brilliant coffee and homemade cakes. The ideal stop before the Skyline Trail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meat Cove Chowder Hut<\/strong> \u2014 chowder and lobster rolls at the end of the world. There&#8217;s no better lunch spot on earth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red Shoe Pub, Mabou<\/strong> \u2014 a pub with live Celtic music, good beer and solid food. A burger and a pint for around \u20ac17.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baddeck Lobster Suppers<\/strong> \u2014 all-you-can-eat lobster dinner for a set price (about 60 CAD \/ \u20ac42). Touristy, but an experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beer_and_wine\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beer_and_wine\"><\/span>Beer and wine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nova Scotia has a surprisingly vibrant craft beer scene. Look out for <strong>Big Spruce Brewing<\/strong> near Baddeck \u2014 a small brewery with a taproom serving excellent IPAs and seasonal beers. Tastings cost a few dollars and the vibe is great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for wine, Nova Scotia mainly grows white varieties (Tidal Bay is the local appellation) \u2014 they&#8217;re not world-class wines, but they pair beautifully with lobster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_to_finish\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_to_finish\"><\/span>Practical tips to finish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_signal_and_internet\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_signal_and_internet\"><\/span>Mobile signal and internet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Be prepared for the fact that mobile signal on much of the Cabot Trail <strong>simply doesn&#8217;t exist<\/strong>. The northern section especially (Pleasant Bay \u2192 Meat Cove \u2192 Neil&#8217;s Harbour) is largely a dead zone. Download offline maps beforehand (Google Maps handles this well) and don&#8217;t rely on phone navigation. If you need to be online, WiFi at accommodation works in Ch\u00e9ticamp, Ingonish and Baddeck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For better coverage across Canada, consider an <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/holafly-esim-review-travel\/\">eSIM from <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Holafly<\/a><\/a> \u2014 we use it when travelling and it saves the hassle of hunting for local SIM cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack\"><\/span>What to pack<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Layers<\/strong> \u2014 the weather changes quickly, especially in the mountains. It can be 8 \u00b0C in the morning and 22 \u00b0C by afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waterproof jacket<\/strong> \u2014 fog and light drizzle are common on the coast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good hiking boots<\/strong> \u2014 trainers will do for the Skyline Trail, but you&#8217;ll appreciate ankle boots on the Franey Trail. If you&#8217;re still shopping for a pair, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/how-choose-hiking-boots\/\">hiking boot guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Binoculars<\/strong> \u2014 useful for whale watching and viewpoints alike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insect repellent<\/strong> \u2014 mosquitoes and blackflies are aggressive in summer, particularly near lakes and in the forest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering how to pack efficiently, have a look at our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/carry-on-packing-tips\/\">packing for carry-on only<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_insurance\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_insurance\"><\/span>Travel insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Canada has excellent but extremely expensive healthcare. An emergency room visit without insurance can run into thousands of dollars. <strong>Travel insurance is an absolute must.<\/strong> For UK travellers, make sure your policy covers medical expenses in Canada. For longer trips around the world, we use <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/safetywing-travel-insurance-review\/\">SafetyWing<\/a> \u2014 you can read our detailed review on the blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_and_wildlife\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_and_wildlife\"><\/span>Safety and wildlife<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will encounter moose on the Cabot Trail \u2014 not just on trails, but on the road. <strong>Watch out for moose especially at dusk and dawn<\/strong> when they cross the road. A collision with a moose is a serious matter (these animals weigh 400\u2013700 kg). Drive carefully, particularly during early morning and evening hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black bears live here too, but they&#8217;re shy and attacks on humans are extremely rare. Follow basic precautions \u2014 don&#8217;t carry food in your rucksack on the trail, store it in bear-proof containers at campsites, and make noise on the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459564\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_for_the_Cabot_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_for_the_Cabot_Trail\"><\/span>How many days do I need for the Cabot Trail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Two days is the bare minimum if you just want to drive the loop with a few stops. But I&#8217;d recommend <strong>3\u20135 days<\/strong> so you can fit in at least 2\u20133 hikes, whale watching, and enjoy the places without rushing. We had 4 days and it felt about right \u2014 though one more would have been nice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459565\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_direction_should_I_drive_the_loop\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_direction_should_I_drive_the_loop\"><\/span>Which direction should I drive the loop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>I recommend going <strong>counter-clockwise<\/strong> \u2014 from Ch\u00e9ticamp through Pleasant Bay to the north and back via Ingonish. The best ocean views will be on your side of the road, and you&#8217;ll tackle the most beautiful section (the west coast) first.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459566\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Cabot_Trail_difficult_to_drive\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Cabot_Trail_difficult_to_drive\"><\/span>Is the Cabot Trail difficult to drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The road is well-maintained and two-lane, so it&#8217;s nothing terrifying. But there are <strong>steep climbs and descents<\/strong> (French Mountain, North Mountain), sharp bends and occasionally steep drop-offs without guardrails. If you&#8217;re comfortable with mountain roads, you&#8217;ll be fine. Take extra care in fog and rain. You don&#8217;t need an SUV or 4&#215;4 \u2014 a regular car will do.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459567\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_drive_the_Cabot_Trail_with_a_caravan_or_motorhome\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_drive_the_Cabot_Trail_with_a_caravan_or_motorhome\"><\/span>Can I drive the Cabot Trail with a caravan or motorhome?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, caravans and motorhomes do use the trail. But bear in mind that some bends and climbs are trickier for larger vehicles and overtaking opportunities are limited. If you&#8217;re driving a big RV, be considerate of other drivers and use the pull-off lanes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459568\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_reservation_for_the_Skyline_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_reservation_for_the_Skyline_Trail\"><\/span>Do I need a reservation for the Skyline Trail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, since 2023 a <strong>mandatory reservation<\/strong> is required via the Parks Canada website. It costs 2 CAD for the reservation plus the standard park entry fee. Sunset slots sell out first \u2014 book as early as possible, ideally as soon as you know your visit date.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459569\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_month_for_fall_foliage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_month_for_fall_foliage\"><\/span>What is the best month for fall foliage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Autumn colours on the Cabot Trail typically peak <strong>in the first two weeks of October<\/strong>, though it varies from year to year depending on the weather. Check the <strong>Fall Colour Report<\/strong> on the Parks Canada or Nova Scotia Tourism website \u2014 they update it weekly from September. Higher elevations (ridges) change colour earlier than the valleys.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778782459570\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_admission_to_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_cost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_admission_to_Cape_Breton_Highlands_National_Park_cost\"><\/span>How much does admission to Cape Breton Highlands National Park cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Daily admission is <strong>10.50 CAD\/adult<\/strong> (\u20ac7), children under 17 free. 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