Make a Break for the Border

Welcome to Nova Scotia’ Border Town

It’s hard not to stop in Amherst. A number of services await the traveller, and a variety of interesting attractions, breathtaking scenery, and fine festivals makes Amherst a year-round destination not to be missed. Our Amherst motel boasts an impeccable location just off Exit 4, Highway 104. So, you’ll be able to easily visit all that Cumberland County has in store for you.

Amherst’s Popular Attractions

Not only is Amherst a well-known border town, it is also the convergence of the Sunrise and Glooscap Trails, two of Nova Scotia’s most popular scenic routes. Popular attractions located near our Amherst motel include:

• Cumberland County Museum
• Joggins Fossil Centre
• Tantramar Theatre Society (Dominion Public Building)
• Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary
• Amherst Shore Provincial Park
• Tidnish Dock Provincial Park
• Northport Beach
• Heather Beach
• Town Mural
• Amherst Centre Mall
• Amherst Curling Club
• Amherst Golf Club
• Amherst Stadium
• Anne Murray Museum
• Springhill Miner’s Museum
• Parrsboro Tides
• Fort Beausejour
• Mount Allison University
• Sackville Waterfowl Park
• Ski Wentworth

Amherst’s Festivals

A number of exciting and memorable festivals take place in Amherst and surrounding Cumberland County each year, and you’re invited to check out the entertainment first hand. Popular events include:

• Annual Maple Fling
• Annual Highland Golf Classic
• Maritime Ride for Sight
• Canada Day Community Celebrations
• Amherst Open Art Exhibition
• Amherst Garden Tour
• Cumberland County Exhibition