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    River Valley Scenic Drive

    Luc Cyr's trip Tip

    Luc Cyr

    “If you have an opportunity to rent a canoe… do it!”

    One of the things that visitors to the area may not realize is how our relationship with the American border has shaped our history. The river is really the border… my grandfather used to go to church in the US on Sundays. He’d take the canoe in the summer and the horse and wagon in the winter. You really have to get out on the river when you come here. If you have any opportunity to rent a canoe…do it!

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    This river is steeped in history and rich in culture (JUST GO WITH THE FLOW!)

    Wind your way along the valley and discover the many surprising treasures that lie along the most picturesque river in Atlantic Canada. Have you ever seen a river reverse its flow? Eaten a vegetable that looks like a fiddle? Travelled on the world's longest covered bridge? Seen a Salvador Dali up close and personal? Stopped for a snack in the French Fry Capital of the World? (Pass the salt, please!) All this plus an actual re-creation of a New Brunswick settlers' village in the 19th century, a majestic gorge, jazz fests, hot-air balloon festivals and craft fairs without equal await you on the River Valley Scenic Drive.

    About This Region

    Follow the mighty St. John River for 400 km (250 mi.) as it wanders through a valley peopled with descendants of Loyalists, Scots and Brayon settlers. From Edmundston in the north, to the town of Sussex in the south, it's a 5-hour drive passing through rich farmland and glorious panoramas.

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    Destinations

    Camping aficionados will want to make tracks for the wonders of de la République Provincial Park or Mactaquac Provincial Park. Then, there's a lure of francophone-flavoured festivals in the city of Edmundston, the historic architecture of the port city of Saint John and the cultural charm of the capital city of Fredericton. Decisions, decisions!

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    There's much to see and do here that you can't see or do anywhere else. Longest Covered Bridge in the World? Got it! The largest falls in the Maritimes with its towering gorge? Ditto. Internationally renowned Kings Landing Historical Settlement? Right here! "Best of River Valley" Attractions and Top Festivals. Yes and yes!

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    Whether you like to slip into a sleeping bag at the end of the day or something a little more comfortable, the River Valley Scenic Drive is up to the task. From hotels visited by royalty to charming inns and B&Bs that are comfortable and affordable.

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