Grand Bruit is a
quaint isolated fishing community only accessible by boat. The passenger
ferry service leaving from Rose Blanche is about
a two hour trip to Grand Bruit or with the use
of a private vessel, only one hour. The
community is situated on the shores of a well
protected harbour with sloping hills and a
waterfall that makes a path through the centre
of the village.
The name "Grand Bruit", is no
doubt French meaning "great noise" as is
apparent by the roar of the falls which can be
heard from a great distance. Grand Bruit was
settled in the 1800's most likely because of the
well-protected harbour, its abundance of forest
and fresh water and its proximity to rich
fishing grounds. It is thought that Grand Bruit
was settled by the English and Jersey planters
and fishermen who were encouraged to come by
fishing merchants of Jersey.
A visit to this picturesque fishing village will take you on a
path that is dotted with brightly colored
houses, providing an opportunity to meet with
the friendly people of Grand Bruit. Because of
its safe and interesting location, the Grand
Bruit harbour has become a popular resting point
for visitors to the area by way of pleasure
crafts.
Natural and traditionally Newfoundland,
the settlement of Grand Bruit remains among the
now few isolated fishing communities on the
island. It offers a truly unique experience that
is filled with the rich culture and heritage of outport Newfoundland.
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