WELCOME TO CARBONEAR

    Carbonear
    Region: Avaon
   Population -5168

"The town of Carbonear is located on route 70 on the Baccalieu Trail, about 40 kilometers from the Trans Canada Highway. Settlement in the town of Carbonear dates back as far as 1620. Within the period of 1675 - 1677, a census was conducted showing a permanent population of 55. This made Carbonear the third largest settlement in Newfoundland at that time. Today it is a thriving community of over 6000 inhabitants and has long been recognized as the largest and busiest town in Conception Bay. Evidence of Carbonear's long and colourful past can be seen in its architecture. Nestled among new modern construction, the tourist can discover homes and buildings reflecting the residents' Irish and English heritage. The Heritage Society offers a guided walking tour that will take you through one of the best preserved collections of commercial historic buildings in the province."