Many places are like a washboard, forcing you to slow down. And many places the limit is half of that. The western side of the island is predominantly populated with French settlements. There are no cities or large towns, just small hamlets and fishing villages. They are very picturesque and often colorful.
Houses come in many colors.
Most are quite well kept and reflect pride by the owners. The same can be said of the lobster and fishing boats. Many are great places for taking photographs, something I did frequently. Part of the drive takes you through the Cape Breton Park. There are numerous picnic grounds, hiking trails, camp grounds and interpretive areas with signage to explain the terrain, coast or other features.