Call us free on 0800 270 0069 We are open today between 9am and 5pm

Home/Canada Holidays/Canada Destinations/Newfoundland and Labrador/Forteau

Forteau, Newfoundland and Labrador

The town of Forteau is located in between L’Anse au Chair and L’Anse-au-loop about 13 km northeast of the Quebec/Labrador border. Its name is derived from the French words meaning Strong Water.

Forteau Town

Forteau, Whale & Iceburg

Forteau, Hiking Trail

L'Anse Amour Lighthouse near Forteau

Forteau is accessed by taking a ferry from Newfoundland’s Northern Peninsula from St. Barbe to Blac Sablon. Once departed the ferry drive along Expedition 51º the Quebec-Labrador Highway driving through picturesque towns along to Forteau.

The communities that constitute the Town of Forteau are situated along the shores of Forteau Bay. The town is one of the largest in the Labrador Straits region. While the fishery is still an economic mainstay, other industries and businesses have developed in recent years.

There is lots of great walking trails across Forteau including The Overfall Brook Trail. This is a offshoot footpath which offers view of nature and the beach in Forteau. At Forteau Bay you may spot humpback whales, minke whales or maybe an iceberg.

Forteau Holidays

Below is a selection of our holidays including Forteau

Explore Newfoundland and Quirpon Lighthouse

  • Halifax
  • Baddeck
  • Trepassey
  • St Johns
  • Trinity
  • Twillingate
  • Quirpon Island
  • Gros Morne National Park
  • Port au Choix
  • Port aux Basques
  • Sydney NS
  • Visit Quirpon Lighthouse
  • Explore Newfoundlands rugged landscape
  • SAVE! £100 per booking book by 24 December

17 Nights from £3389pp

more details

Forteau Hotels

Below is a selection of hotels in Forteau, if the hotel you want is not featured please speak to your consultant. 

The Florian Hotel

View The Florian Hotel

Speak to a Travel Specialist

Call Us Free On

0800 270 0069

Or Enquire Online

Enquire

We go above and beyond to make your holiday perfect


Tailor Made for You

  • We tailor make every holiday made around you.
  • Tell us what you'd like to see, what type of accommodation you prefer and how you'd like to travel.
  • We'll plan your perfect holiday, helping you to get the most from your time and budget.


Expert Advice

  • We don't just know travel, we love it!
  • Our Travel Experts have travelled throughout the World. They'll answer your questions with facts not guesses.
  • You'll have a dedicated Travel Expert to look after each stage of your booking.


100% Protected

  • Part of the Stewart Travel group, We've been helping people explore the World for more than 30 years.
  • Every trip is 100% ATOL protected.
  • We're only ever a phone call away.
Make an enquiry