 Cape Breton Highlands: As you travel northeast from l'Auberge Doucet Inn, you will find yourself in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park in about 15 minutes. Here you will find numerous hiking trails as well as breathtaking landscapes.
Plage Saint-Pierre: About 2 kilometres southwest of the Auberge is the road that leads to Plage Saint-Pierre, a beautiful beach that offers salt-water bathing, a canteen, changing rooms, etc. (http://www.plagestpierrebeachandcampground.com)
Quai Mathieu Boardwalk: Along the harbour in the village of Chéticamp, you can enjoy walking along the shore, on the boardwalk. During the summer, you will often find singers or violin players offering their music for your enjoyment.
Saint-Pierre Church: One of the must beautiful and impressive churches in the Atlantic provinces, Saint-Pierre church seems to protect the village of Chéticamp.
Les Trois Pignons-hooked rugs: Your visit to the region would not be complete without a visit to the Trois Pignons and its hooked rug gallery. (http://www.lestroispignons.com)
Le Portage Golf Course: One of the Fabulous Foursome on Cape Breton Island, this golf course offers some of the most awesome sceneries in the area. (http://www.leportagegolfclub.com)
Whale cruises: Ask at the Inn or check out the different whale cruise services and make your reservations.
Horseback riding: If you fancy horses and a good horseride, or if the children are anxious to try this out, visit the Little Pond Stables, a fun way to spend a good part of a day.
River and Deep-sea fishing: Don't go home without trying this. It will be the thrill of a lifetime. |
