Twillingate
Iceberg Capital of the World: A small island in the North Atlantic, Twillingate is one of the most picturesque outports in all of Newfoundland and Labrador. Located on the edge of what is known as Iceberg Alley, Twillingte is affectionately known as the Iceberg Capital of the world. Many of these 10,000 year old iceberg giants float by quietly each year and people travel great distances just to chance a glance.
To See and Do
Book Your Fun in the Fresh Fall Air getaway in the Twillingate while there is space!
Hiking and Berries: Fall in Twillingate is time for berry picking, and hiking numerous coastal trails like the Top of Twillingate, Spillar's Cove, French Beach and Little Harbour to the Natural Arch. Soon colours will turn the richest gold, red and bronze - don't leace your camera behind. Stay in Amber Retreat or Above the Tickle and make your berry muffins and jams right there in the kitchen. There is still time to do a whale watching boat tour and explore the museums on the island. At the end of September the domestic food fishery opens for a short time, so fresh cod will be plentiful.
History
Opera Diva, Beothuks and Fishing Merchants: Twillingate, while blessed in natural beauty has a rich history. Discover the famous opera singer; Georgina Stirling, nicknamed "The Nightingale of the North", relics of the Beothuk Indians that can be seen at the Twillingate Museum as well as the legacies of the wealthy fishing merchants. There are tales of stolen money from the copper mine and a doctor to whom people travelled from far and wide to be treated. Read more about Twillingate's History.
Today
Scenic and Safe: Twillingate is also the home to the annual "Fish, Fun and Folk Festival" boasting parades, bonfires, fireworks, concerts, and so much more. It has retained much of his original charm and still quietly lies in the North Atlantic keeping watch over the icebergs and whales that come and go each year with the seasons.
