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Peninsula of Newfoundland, Canada
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The Viking Peninsula or Great Northern Peninsula is a large rural area in western Newfoundland. Located north of Gros Morne National Park, it extends to St. Anthony (population 2400) as the northernmost town on the island of Newfoundland. L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, a former Viking settlement at the northern tip of the peninsula, is one of the world's first UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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A 10-minute hike with some stairs will bring you to the renovated lighthouse. This is very cool as it is open and you can climb up into the old lantern room and get a beautiful view of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
A stately home that was the former residence of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, the founder of medical services in Western Newfoundland and Labrador.
Museum that takes you through the life and work of Sir Wilfred Grenfell and the Grenfell Mission. Exhibits showcase historical medical equipment and the rugged conditions of providing medical care in Newfoundland and Labrador during the turn of the 20th century.
Circular fossil-like structures of algal colonies millions of years old arrayed along the coast line of this small town.
Scenic road that extends from Deer Lake through Gros Morne National Park to the northern tip at St. Anthony. The southern parts takes you through the park passing by many viewpoints that would be amiss to not stop at. The northern parts of the trail takes you along the sea coast through small windswept fishing villages. During the summer, icebergs can be seen on the sea throughout the drive.
Beginning yearly on the first Friday of June for around 10 days, the festival is a celebration of the start of iceberg watching season. Based around the town of St Anthony, there are usually a variety of events involving music and food.
Boat tours from Canada Bay, charters, iceberg and whale watching.
Seafood, pork, chicken.
Focusing on fresh, healthy, local and gourmet. In 22 years they have never served a french fry.
Bar and lounge, take-out fried foods and sandwiches, live music, billiards and darts.
B&B with full breakfast and fresh-made bread, one block from waterfront.
Open year-round.
Seasonal (May-Oct).
Norseman Restaurant, Gaia Art Gallery and Valhalla B&B.
Hunting, fishing and adventure tourism lodge.
40 rooms, restaurant, 18 housekeeping units.
30 rooms, 3 cabins and 10 campsites, Point Riche Restaurant (and Greco Pizza), Sea Gull Lounge, souvenir shop, banquet/conference services.
Adjacent to Burnt Cape Ecological Reserve, dining, groceries, fuel. Cabins with Internet and en suite bath.
Conference facility, wi-fi, continental breakfast, smoke-free, no pets.
Cartier's Galley Restaurant with view of St. Anthony harbour, pet-friendly hotel, wi-fi.
At Blanc-Sablon/Labrador ferry dock.
Manufactures jams, sauces, vinegars, teas, drinks and chocolates using wild berries from Newfoundland and Labrador. Books, clothing, souvenirs.
By boat
By bus
From Labrador, board the ferry at Blanc-Sablon. The crossing to St. Barbe is 1¾ hrs, weather permitting, $25 for car and driver.
By plane
The only major local road is the Viking Trail, Newfoundland Highway 430, which follows the western coastline. Driving is the most accessible way to explore the area.g. large potholes) due to the weather.
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