Port Aux Basques

Port aux Basques has served as a ferry port in southwestern Newfoundland since the late 19th century. On the shore of Cabot Strait, it is a key point of arrival to the island: Marine Atlantic’s year-round service connects the town with North Sydney, Nova Scotia. Route 1, Newfoundland’s portion of the Trans-Canada Highway, begins at the ferry terminal and heads east across the island. The name recalls Basque fishing crews associated with this stretch of coast, while the harbour’s sheltered position helped establish the community’s maritime role. Browse other webcams across Newfoundland and Labrador to place this setting in a wider geographic context.

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