Overview
Sussex is a quiet farming town nicknamed 'Dairytown' and known as the Dairy Centre of the Maritimes. It's the Covered Bridge Capital of Atlantic Canada, with 8 covered bridges within 10 minutes of downtown.
Family Travel · Festivals · History · Nature
Before you go
Food
Famous for dairy products—don't miss local ice cream at Sully's. German cuisine available at Gasthof Old Bavarian.
Money
Canadian Dollar (CAD). Credit cards accepted at most establishments; cash useful for small shops and the drive-in theatre.
Transport
Maritime Bus stops at Circle K/Irving in Four Corners on the Saint John-Moncton route. Best explored by car; Highway 1 and Trans-Canada Route 2 pass through.
Weather
Cold winters with snow (ski season mid-December-March); warm summers ideal for covered bridge tours and balloon festival in September.