Normandale

Recently, on a trip to Port Dover, we visited the small village of Normandale, situated on the shore of Lake Erie. Large peat bogs were located near here, and when burned in a furnace, bog ore produces iron. The first iron foundry in Upper Canada was located here.
Timber and bog ore became depleted, and Normandale became a ghost town. It didn't remain this way as cottagers and a few others moved into the area. It is worth a visit, two reasons being the original Union Hotel, built in the 1840's, and the Post Office/general store, built around the same time, are still both standing.
The area is quite picturesque, and a short walk takes you to a small beach. When visiting Port Dover, continue on until you come to this small village. You won't be disappointed.