The Brigus Tunnel
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Ben B
Calgary, Canada14,327 contributions
Sep. 2022
Brigus is a classic, lovely sea-side town, but no other place has this: a real tunnel bored through a rocky ridge. Visitors like it because it does the same thing it did for the man who had it made, it gives you excellent access to the bay. On our visit, we saw lots of seabirds, and it is very scenic. This town has lots of attractions to offer, and this one of their best!
Written September 22, 2022
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islandgurl2
Vancouver Island, Canada512 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Solo
Nice little park overlooking the water, would be a nice spot for a picnic. The tunnel was somewhat underwhelming, but if you’re in Brigus you might as well check it out.
Written September 2, 2022
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AK8397
Ontario, Canada817 contributions
Jun. 2022
OK, so the Brigus Tunnel is basically just a tunnel. But actually it is a fun place to stop for a few minutes. The scenery is really nice, the town is very quaint, and the history of the making of the tunnel (told on plaques) is quite interesting. It is a very nice place to visit for a little while.
Written July 14, 2022
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Katelyn Galway
St. John's, Canada10 contributions
Sep. 2019
Beautiful view of the harbour, makes for a great backdrop for photos! You cannot visit Brigus without visiting the Brigus Tunnel.
Written August 28, 2020
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jcovecbns
Jersey Cove, Canada110 contributions
Aug. 2019
Brigus is a unique community - The Tunnel, Harbour, old homes, St. George's Heritage Church, Hawthorne Cottage, Old Barn Museum, that makes for a great visit. Highly recommend.
Written September 7, 2019
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Mitchell S
Toronto, Canada67 contributions
Aug. 2019
It is the walk around town that is the pleasure. The tunnel is only a stopping point. I would focus on the houses, lawns and the nice people in town with whom you can converse.
Written September 2, 2019
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GTP58
St. John's, Canada151 contributions
Aug. 2019
Can't believe the rock cut was completed back in the mid 1800's. Amazing. Great view if the inlet as you pass through the tunnel to the other side.
Written August 31, 2019
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Detroit333
Cupids, Canada73 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Family
A neat tunnel with some history. If you are in Brigus then it is certainly worth the stop, but I wouldn’t make a detour for it.
Written August 16, 2019
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fivenick9
Denver, CO473 contributions
Jun. 2019 • Couples
This tunnel was cut through solid rock to facilitate the loading and unloading of ships. The rock face provided deep water access for the ships but no way to load / unload..... so they cut a tunnel through the rock. Great!
Written July 26, 2019
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siddy666
Montreal, Canada268 contributions
Jun. 2019 • Family
While in Brigus, you must definitely visit this "man-made" tunnel to the water...great photo ops. I would definitely rate it as a unique experience. If Brigus isn't on your path though, do skip!
Written July 14, 2019
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- Hotels near The Brigus Tunnel:
- (0.22 km) The Fry Heritage House
- (0.43 km) Brigus Seacliff
- (5.19 km) The Bayside Bed and Breakfast
- (0.22 km) Restored home will wrap you in comfort and meet all your needs
- (2.44 km) Skipper Ben's
- Restaurants near The Brigus Tunnel:
- (0.35 km) The Quay
- (0.41 km) North Street Cafe
- (0.56 km) Brigus SeaSalt & Thyme
- (2.44 km) Skipper Ben's
- (5.45 km) The Captain's Table
- Attractions near The Brigus Tunnel:
- (0.17 km) St. George's Heritage Church Museum
- (0.31 km) The John N Leamon Stone Barn Museum
- (0.36 km) Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site
- (0.34 km) The Country Corner
- (0.68 km) Brigus Lighthouse