Tour Overview
This self-guided tour of the reconstructed fortress will give you an overview of the main historical events that took place here, and introduce you to the people who have shaped the Fortress of Louisbourg over the years. This tour takes approximately 90 minutes to complete, walking time included. It begins and ends in the Parade Square located next to the De la Plagne home.
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Stops
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Stop 1: Unamak'i, The land of fog
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Stop 2: 1713
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Stop 3: A military stronghold
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Stop 4: The cod fisheries
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Stop 5: A beautiful harbour
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Stop 6: A diverse community
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Stop 7: A centre for trade
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Stop 8: The women of Louisbourg
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Stop 9: The enslaved people of Louisbourg
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Stop 10: Religious communities
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Stop 11: Mi'kmaw allies
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Stop 12: The siege of 1745
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Stop 13: The siege of 1758
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Stop 14: A city rebuilt
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Stop 15: The historical landscape
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