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L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
Discovery is a fearless pursuit. Certainly, this was the case when the Vikings, the first Europeans recorded to reach the new world, landed at L'Anse aux Meadows.
Norse Sagas had spoken of it for centuries. But whether it was merely myth or folklore had always been debated. That is, of course, until the discovery of a small cloak pin in 1968 by archaeologists Helge and Anne Stine Ingstad. This and subsequent archaeological discoveries proved Leif Erickson and crews of Norse explorers settled here in Newfoundland and Labrador (or Vinland as they called it) over a thousand years ago.
In 1978, L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site became part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites as the first and only authenticated Norse site in North America.
Today, your visit will transport you back to where Vikings once stood. Perched on the tip of the Viking Trail, it's a place where mystery mingles with the light and washes over the strange, captivating landscape.
Just two kilometres down the road from the L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site is Norstead, a recreated Viking port of trade. Here you can challenge yourself with a traditional Norse game. Learn to throw an axe, spin yarn, or take a pottery lesson. The foods, crafts, and popular summer Norstead Theatre Festival will capture your senses. You can also step aboard Snorri, a replica of the Viking ship that retraced Erickson's course from Greenland to the Meadows.
A thousand years after the Vikings landing, this is a place where discoveries still happen every day. Some, as small as a continent. Others, as big as your sense of adventure.
Getting Here:
You'll find L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site at the end of The Viking Trail Route 430 on the most northerly tip of the island of Newfoundland, only 51 kilometres from the St. Anthony airport.
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Directions
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Parks Canada - L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site of Canada
Your self-drive adventure includes round-trip airfare to Deer Lake, 7 nights’ accommodation, 7-day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres, 2-day Gros Morne park pass, whale-watching boat tour, and admission to L’Anse aux Meadows.
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Gunners CoveStep back in time to one of our beautiful historic vacation homes. We rent nightly or weekly.
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Goose Cove, Northern PeninsulaYour getaway to natures icebergs, moose, whales birds and nighttime fire pits.+1 (709) 454 2696
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RaleighWaterfront cabins, great view of Burnt Cape Ecological Reserve. 20 kms from Lanse-Aux-Meadows, 15 kms from St. Anthony.
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Green Island CoveFriendly, welcoming family home with private entrance and space for B & B guest. Full breakfast offered.+1 (709) 475 2010
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St. AnthonyNewly renovated Inn with beautiful harbour view. Rooms have locally made furniture with country charm.
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St. AnthonyBreathtaking, private, waterfront location with charming original fisherman's dwelling nestled within rocky seashore.
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St. AnthonyA beautiful, newly renovated hotel offering all the latest services and amenities.
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St. AnthonyLocated overlooking St. Anthony with family style dining room. Near major attraction.
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Gunners CoveQuiet, newly renovated outport home, 8-kms before reaching L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site.
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St. AnthonyNow under new ownership. Hotel North is newly renovated and includes a Jungle Jim's Restaurant.+1 (709) 454 3300
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St. Anthony1 km from scenic fishing point, walking trails and iceberg alley.
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St. AnthonyBeautiful garden and spacious home overlooking St. Anthony Harbour.
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Hay Cove, L'Anse aux MeadowsB & B with panoramic views of ocean on every side. Easy walk to L'anse aux Meadows.Toll Free: +1 (877) 865 3958
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Port SaundersOceanspray B & B with a setting of tranquility has a view of boats and wildlife with a walking trail that takes you along the seashore.+1 (709) 861 9108
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St. AnthonyBeautiful fully furnished two story home with 3 bedroom overlooking St. Anthony Harbour.+1 (709) 454 6356
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Quirpon IslandUnique island experience as a lightkeeper's, overlooking "Iceberg Alley." Newfoundland's longest iceberg season.
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River of Ponds3 fully equipped chalets, one wheelchair accessible. The comforts of home in large chalets.
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StraitsviewFive cabins near L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site and Norstead (2-km).
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St. AnthonySpacious, modern, fully equipped. Queen beds, phone, wireless, cable, bbq, washer/ dryer in each suite.
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GriquetHousekeeping units, 10 minutes drive to L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site.
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Port aux BasquesThe Newfoundland section of the International Appalachian Trail runs from Port Aux Basques along the Long Range Mountains to Crow Head, east of L'Anse aux Meadows. See individual trail descriptions.
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RaleighUnique and rare flora along a coastline with fantastic limestone karst topography. The only known location in the world for the Burnt Cape Cinquefoil. Guided tours available daily.
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St. AnthonyTrail leads to an amazing look-out over St. Anthony Bight Harbour, an immense harbour with amazing cliffs. This lookout is particularly beautiful at sunset. 0.6-km trail is easy.
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St. LunaireWorld's only Economusee dedicated to the interpretation of wild berries. See them in their natural habitat, watch products being made, and taste. Home of the Granchain Exhibit.
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St. AnthonySee the majestic icebergs, whale watching, view the different types of seabirds, and unique geology. Several walking trails, boardwalks, and lookout points, including viewing scope.
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St. LunaireA showcase on Liberge de Granchain, an 18th century naval officer, hydrographer, ally in the American Revolution, and protector of the French Shore. Co-located with the Dark Tickle company.
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St. AnthonyInterpretation Centre, 2 museums, the artwork of Jordi Bonet and interpretive trails. The centre houses an audio visual room, Grenfell Handicrafts, retail outlets and a gallery on interpretive images.
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St. AnthonyHistoric Properties about the life of Sir Wilfred Grenfell and his 40 years in Northern Newfoundland and Labrador. Come for the Vikings but Dont Miss the Legacy of Grenfell.
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St. AnthonyDr. Grenfell's house built in 1909 - 1910 is furnished and decorated the way it was when he lived here with his family.
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St. AnthonyA major interpretive exhibit commemorating the life of medical missionary Sir Wilfred Grenfell. The building is also home to Grenfell Handicrafts, an audio-visual room and a small coffee shop.
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St. AnthonyThis trail begins at the lighthouse at Fishing Point and is mostly boardwalk. An excellent place to view icebergs in season - 0.4-km return. Allow about 30 minutes.
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St. AnthonyThe best kept artistic secret in Newfoundland and Labrador. A display of ceramic murals depicts the culture and the history of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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L'Anse aux MeadowsA UNESCO World Heritage Site: the first authenticated European presence in North America 1000 A.D. Archaeological excavations in the 1960s uncovered the remains of three dwellings, four workshops and an iron working smithy. Artifacts of Norse origin included a soapstone spindle whorl, bronze ring-headed pin and iron rivets. Relax in the sod hut of the Viking chief, experience the life of a Viking through stories and demonstrations by costumed re-enactors.
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St. AnthonyIn 1984, this bear was wandering in the community. The bear was discovered collapsed on the harbour and shortly after was airlifted to a local taxidermist for mounting.
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L'Anse aux MeadowsNorstead a living history Viking site. Join costumed interpreters and visit the Viking Ship Snorri. Afternoon storytelling or puppet show starting at 2pm.
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Pistolet Bay Provincial ParkLocated 12-km off route 430 on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula. The park encompasses 897 hectares of delightfully varied vegetation.
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RaleighTraditional Fishing Village, adventure cultural tourism, boat tours.
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St. AnthonyClimb 476 stairs to the top of Fishing Point to take in a mesmerizing view of pristine coastline and the Atlantic Ocean. Rated moderate to difficult, 90 minutes.
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St. AnthonyWalking area on gravel road or beach. Whales and icebergs sightseeing in season. Picnic area.+1 (709) 454 3769
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St. AnthonyA series or boardwalks and short stairways, which leads to an amazing look-out over the Atlantic Ocean, underneath the huge cliffs of Fishing Point (a must see).
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QuirponA Zodiac Boat experience. Visit a Shipwreck, whales and icebergs where the season is longest.
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St. Lunaire2 hour tours to Icebergs, whales, birds, caves. Experience a unique history lessons in our way of life - Past and present! Transport Canada Approved+1 (709) 623 2112
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Province - WideProvince- WideIn 2008 and 2009 National Geographic listed us as one of the best adventure travel companies on earth. We provide gentle adventures and escorted tours including Family vacations.
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