Brunswick

History: During the Confederate retreat in July of 1863, Union troops crossed the Potomac here in their pursuit. Called Berlin at the time of the Civil War, this town truly experienced the challenges of life on the border. Both the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad here were military targets. Throughout the war, Brunswick's Railroad Station was an important location for military communication, due to its capacity for shipments of cargo and soldiers.

More to Explore: Brunswick's prime location offers plenty to do. The quaint main street features anitques shops, galleries, and restaurants, and the local train station creates flexibility if visitors choose to venture into our out of town. The town boasts a local visitor center for the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, and the Brunswick Railroad Museum, which features one of the largest HO scale model railroads on the East Coast. A local campground and outfitter, located near the river and C&O Canal Towpath Trail, will set you up for your outdoor adventure needs. Rent a bike and try the bike journey to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, located a mere 7 miles away via the Towpath Trail.

Photo Credits:

1. “Shopping on West Potomac Street in Brunswick.” Courtesy of Tourism Council of Frederick County, Inc.