Cape Breton villagers aim to resurrect an historic road to somewhere
It was once a vital artery, in an era when Europeans were new to North America and Cape Breton had strategic importance.
The coastal road connecting Louisbourg and Gabarus dates back to the early 1700s — it’s believed to be one of the oldest European constructions in the province and possibly Canada, according to research by local residents.
The roughly 25-kilometre stretch is now overgrown with evergreen trees, but a group of Cape Bretoners hopes to resurrect it.
They say it would create an enticing route to the Fortress of Louisbourg historic site, and breathe new life into their corner of Cape Breton.