Enjoy the riverside views and cute shops in Amherstburg![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/9b3ee859-0cca-40e9-a166-614c852f92cd.jpg\"\/)
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A view of the Detroit River from Amherstburg on a clear, sunny day; the foreground has green grass and a small pontoon. – Ken Lund\/Wikimedia Commons<\/p>\n
Many people choose to explore the Detroit River on the U.S. side via the famous Detroit International Riverwalk, a vibrant Midwest gem with scenic views and family fun<\/a>. On the Canada side, Amherstburg offers\u00a0plenty of trails\u00a0to enjoy the views as well. To learn about the town’s history while taking in the water, head to the\u00a0Fort Malden National Historic Site. The British used Fort Malden to protect\u00a0Canadian territories from U.S. encroachment in the War of 1812, and the area was briefly held by American troops during the war. Today, there are costumed re-enactors patrolling the grounds daily, and you can enjoy a\u00a0walk that takes you around the site and along the river. The King’s Navy Yard, where British troops stationed on Lake Erie built war ships, is also a place to walk and soak in some river views. Nowadays, there are fewer ships and more manicured gardens,\u00a0plaques, statues, and shaded areas to relax by the water.<\/p>\n The Navy Yard is not far from the center of town, so some guests may opt to walk from it to Amherstburg’s many shops. If you want to stay immersed in history, pop by\u00a0Dusty Loft Antiques & Collectables<\/a>\u00a0to see if you can find a treasure from the past, or satisfy your sweet tooth at Evelyn’s Candy House<\/a>. You will also find unique shops dedicated to vinyl records, gardening and nature-inspired crafts, and farm foods.<\/p>\n Sample Amherstburg’s wine and enjoy the town’s many festivals Christmas lights during the River Lights Winter Festival in Amherstburg, Ontario; the sun is setting over a park behind white, starry lights. – Elvis Ugorji\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n No matter what time you plan to visit Amherstburg, you’ll have the possibility of attending a festival or event in town. Whether it’s the River Lights Winter Festival that lights up the town with LED displays from November to January, the Ribfest in June, the Festival of Hawks in September, or the many Open Air Weekends<\/a> through the summer months, there are plenty of things to discover. If you’re the kind of person who likes attending the\u00a0world’s truly bizarre festivals<\/a>, you can\u00a0head to the Uncommon Festival in September.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you’re a history lover, you can attend an Open Air Weekend and take a free guided historic walking tour in town. One weekend is entirely dedicated to Amherstburg’s heritage, with\u00a0bagpipes, town crier competitions, and live story-telling to take you back in time. Even more immersive is the Fort Malden Living History Festival in August, where you can watch re-enactors live out scenes from different points in Amherstburg’s history, along with food, music, and weapons demonstrations.\u00a0<\/p>\n At the Farm Fest in August, the community’s local producers come out in force to showcase the best of Ontario’s produce. One of the popular products of the region might surprise you, however. Canada may not come to mind when you think of great wine countries, but across its vast expanse are some of\u00a0the world’s most underrated wine regions<\/a>. Amherstburg is an excellent destination for wine lovers, with two wineries within a 20-minute drive of the town. Vivace Estate Winery<\/a> and Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery<\/a> both boast a wide range of wines\u00a0across the full rainbow of varieties. Vivace also offers a guest-house, where you can relax in the rustic countryside, or you can enjoy a tasting experience on the beach at Sprucewood.<\/p>\n Ready to discover more hidden gems and expert travel tips? Subscribe to our free newsletter<\/a>! You can also add us as a preferred search source<\/a> or follow us<\/a> on Google for access to the world’s best-kept travel secrets.<\/p>\n![\"Christmas](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/c04aef40-53f4-413e-8da6-474569618ce9.jpg\"\/)
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