Amherst Nova Scotia Map

About Amherst, Nova Scotia

Amherst is a town in Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Amherst is located at 45.8334°N, 64.2130°W.

Amherst sits at the head of the Bay of Fundy, where the land gently rises from the rich, tidal marshes. It lies 13.9 km east-south-east of Tantramar, NS (from Tantramar, NS: bearing 119°T), and is situated 12.4 km north-north-east of Maccan. This geographical position has shaped Amherst’s history, drawing early settlers to its fertile soils and strategic coastal access. The economy here, once heavily reliant on shipbuilding and lumber, has diversified, finding new life in manufacturing and a growing service sector, though the echoes of its maritime past still resonate in the salty air. The landscape, a quiet interplay of rolling fields and the vast, ever-shifting mudflats of the bay, holds a certain patient beauty, especially as the sun dips low, painting the sky in hues of rose and gold. The cultural character of Amherst is one of steadfast resilience and a deep connection to the land and sea. While no single landmark dominates, the charm lies in the well-preserved architecture and the quiet hum of daily life, where neighbours still know each other's names. Although Amherst itself does not boast a major university, it is a hub for regional education, drawing students from across the Maritimes. The spirit of the place is perhaps best seen in its local sports teams, embodying a fierce local pride, and in the annual events that bring the community together, celebrating shared heritage and the enduring spirit of its people.

About This Amherst Map Page

Explore Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.833392, -64.212968. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Amherst includes the postal code (B4H), telephone area code (782, 902). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Amherst is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.