Despite beingbuilt in 1992, this covered bridge in Guelph was constructed with 19th-century design in mind. Bridge connoisseurs will fall in love with its impressive lattice work.
Located in the grounds of the family-ownedHernder Winery Estates, this covered bridge is the only one of its kind in the Niagara region. The quaint wooden structure, which leads to the vineyard, is also a well-known spot for wedding photo shoots.
West Montrose Covered Bridge (also known as the Kissing Bridge)
West Montrose, Ontario
Built in 1881 and measuring 60 metres in length, this gabled roof-topped bridge is theoldest in Ontario—and one of the few original covered bridges built in the province that remain standing.
Thistruss bridgeis notable for being a series of no fewer thanthreeconnecting bridges. Linking two small islands in the Rideau River, it offers designated paths for pedestrians, cyclists and cars.
Would you risk your safety for a bite? So many people regularly jaywalked across Highway 11 to grab a burger atWebersthat the owner's son installed a flashy red pedestrian bridge above the road in 1983. Open since 1963, Webers sold around 8,000 hamburgerson a typical Friday at its peak.
Built in 1918 and named after a local farmer, this covered bridge is the only one still in operation in Lanaudière. One hundred years after it was built, the local government declared it a municipal historic site.
Thispink bridgecrosses the Davy River in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region of Quebec. More than 34 covered bridges were constructed in the region; only half of that number remain. Built in 1950, it’s the baby of the covered bridges in the province.
One of the last remaining covered bridges in Quebec’s Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, thiselegant, single-lane structurewas built in 1937 and renovated in 1947, 1949 and 1984.
Built in 1930, this striking fire-enginered bridgecan carry more weight than other bridges in the area, thanks to a central support pillar added in 1950.
This charming red structurewas originally built in 1915to link the shores of the Gatineau River. After burning down in 1984, however, the townspeople fundraised to fix it. Now, it’s only accessible to pedestrians, but the short, picturesque walk downhill to the bridge after parking on Chemin Du Vieux-Pont is highly recommended.
One of five covered bridges to be represented on a Canadian postage stamp, this bridge is also anofficial National Historic Site. What's more, it was built in 1861, making it one of the oldest covered bridges in the country.
At 390 metres long, theHartland Covered Bridgeis the longest covered bridge in the world. Before it was built in 1901, the only other way to get across the Saint John River was by ferry!
While thisbarn-like bridgeis a little less accessible than some others listed here, it’s still well worth a trip for the scenic drives towards and through it.
If you’re headed to Hopewell Cape, be sure to stop by theSawmill Creekbridge. Built in 1908, it boasts a length of 33 metres, while its classic wooden structure is guaranteed to remind you of a (well-preserved) time gone by.
This 22-metre covered bridgeoff Route 111offers a separate side-entrance for pedestrian traffic. It's provided a pleasant passage over a picture-perfect stone-covered bay since 1964.
Built in 1925, thissturdy-looking wooden structureis easily accessible by taking exit 32 on Highway 2—and remains strong enough to support vehicular traffic even now.
Thisbridgeis a favourite of wedding photographers and Instagrammers alike—and it’s not hard to see why. A perfect road trip attraction, it’s just a 20-minute drive northeast from downtown Saint John.
Located around 40 minutes outside of Saint John, this28-metre-long bridgeis a must-visit for shutterbugs. You'll get a totally different vista depending on whether your visit at high or low tide!
Originallybuilt in 1904, this bridge was reconstructed between 2016 and 2018 due to rotting wood. The body of water it crosses is a popular swimming hole, and perfect for kayaking and paddle boats as well. Parking is available nearby.
Leclerc Covered Bridge
La Sarre, Quebec
One of the last remaining covered bridges in Quebec’s Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, this elegant, single-lane structure was built in 1937 and renovated in 1947, 1949 and 1984.
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Molesworth Covered Bridge
Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec
Built in 1930, this striking fire-engine red bridge can carry more weight than other bridges in the area, thanks to a central support pillar added in 1950.
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Wakefield Covered Bridge
Wakefield, Quebec
This charming red structure was originally built in 1915 to link the shores of the Gatineau River. After burning down in 1984, however, the townspeople fundraised to fix it. Now, it’s only accessible to pedestrians, but the short, picturesque walk downhill to the bridge after parking on Chemin Du Vieux-Pont is highly recommended.
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Powerscourt Covered Bridge
Hinchinbrooke, Quebec
One of five covered bridges to be represented on a Canadian postage stamp, this bridge is also an official National Historic Site. What's more, it was built in 1861, making it one of the oldest covered bridges in the country.
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Hartland Covered Bridge
Hartland-Somerville, New Brunswick
At 390 metres long, the Hartland Covered Bridge is the longest covered bridge in the world. Before it was built in 1901, the only other way to get across the Saint John River was by ferry!
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Malone Covered Bridge
South Branch, New Brunswick
While this barn-like bridge is a little less accessible than some others listed here, it’s still well worth a trip for the scenic drives towards and through it.
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Sawmill Creek Bridge
Hopewell Hill, New Brunswick
If you’re headed to Hopewell Cape, be sure to stop by the Sawmill Creek bridge. Built in 1908, it boasts a length of 33 metres, while its classic wooden structure is guaranteed to remind you of a (well-preserved) time gone by.
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Hardscrabble Covered Bridge
St. Martins, New Brunswick
This 22-metre covered bridge off Route 111 offers a separate side-entrance for pedestrian traffic. It's provided a pleasant passage over a picture-perfect stone-covered bay since 1964.
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Boniface Covered Bridge
Rivière-Verte, New Brunswick
Built in 1925, this sturdy-looking wooden structure is easily accessible by taking exit 32 on Highway 2—and remains strong enough to support vehicular traffic even now.
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Darlings Island Covered Bridge
Nauwigewauk, New Brunswick
This bridge is a favourite of wedding photographers and Instagrammers alike—and it’s not hard to see why. A perfect road trip attraction, it’s just a 20-minute drive northeast from downtown Saint John.
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Tynemouth Creek Covered Bridge
Saint Martin, New Brunswick
Located around 40 minutes outside of Saint John, this 28-metre-long bridge is a must-visit for shutterbugs. You'll get a totally different vista depending on whether your visit at high or low tide!
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Hammond River #3 (Smithtown) Covered Bridge
Hampton, New Brunswick
Originally built in 1904, this bridge was reconstructed between 2016 and 2018 due to rotting wood. The body of water it crosses is a popular swimming hole, and perfect for kayaking and paddle boats as well. Parking is available nearby.
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