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Dover is a city in New Hampshire, United States. Settled in 1623, it pre-dates the founding of America and is the 7th oldest city in the country.

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A River‑Side Walk about the Seacoast

The downtown stretch along the Bellamy River offers a gentle promenade that feels more like a small coastal walk than a New England town centre. Early mornings reveal mist hovering over the water, while locals set up modest pop‑up coffee stalls selling locally roasted beans and fresh baked muffins. Follow the riverbank past historic brick storefronts to the modest war memorial park, then cross the footbridge to the Seacoast Science Center’s satellite exhibit on river ecosystems. The route is easy on the legs, suitable for families, and provides a quiet counterpoint to the more tourist‑packed nearby Portsmouth waterfront.

Local Food Beyond the Diner

While Dover’s classic diners are worth a bite, the city’s burgeoning farm‑to‑table scene is where the culinary conversation turns. The weekly farmers’ market on Main Street showcases produce from the surrounding Merrimack Valley farms, and several nearby restaurants incorporate these ingredients into seasonal menus—think roasted root vegetables paired with locally caught Atlantic fish. A short drive north leads to a family‑run cheese shop that ages cheddar in reclaimed barns, offering tastings that reveal the subtle influence of the region’s cool, breezy climate on flavour development.

Rail‑Travel Perspective

Dover’s position on the Amtrak Downeaster line makes it a convenient base for exploring the broader New England corridor without the need for a car. The station’s modest waiting area opens onto a historic brick square where cyclists often pause to adjust their gear before heading toward the scenic routes of the Great Bay estuary. A single‑hour ride north brings you to Portland’s waterfront, while a two‑hour southbound journey reaches Boston’s historic core, allowing travelers to experience coastal towns and inland cities while returning each evening to Dover’s quieter rhythm.

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