397 HWY 530 |
New Brunswick Tourism Region : Southeastern New Brunswick
Description From Owner:
- When the post office opened in 1885 the place was called Grandique. In 1944 the name was officially changed to Grande-Digue from the French for 'big dyke.' The dyke earthworks were still visible in the early 20th century.
- Musée des Pionniers is a collection of historic buildings a 1788 chapel, 1880 school, 1895 barn in which are displayed artifacts from the early days of the area. From Route 1 1 take Exit 7 to 468B Route 530.
- With permission from 'New Brunswick Place Names' David E. Scott 2009
Address of this page: http://nb.ruralroutes.com/GrandeDigue