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Sunset

Golden Hour at Prairie Winds

Catch the late afternoon light over the park before the evening chill sets in.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:43

    D6 Tabletop Cafe

    Grab a coffee and a pastry at D6 Tabletop Cafe. The warm interior is a nice contrast to the winter air.

  2. 16:13

    Prairie Winds Park

    Walk to Prairie Winds Park. It is a large 16-hectare space, so take your time finding a comfortable spot with a clear view of the western horizon.

  3. 16:58

    Prairie Winds Park

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts about an hour before, but the final drop is the main event.

  4. 17:28

    Pathway Burgers & Momos

    Head to Pathway Burgers & Momos for a hot meal as the temperature drops. Their momos are a comforting finish to the walk.

Local tip

The park is open late, but the nearby shops close earlier. D6 Tabletop Cafe stays open until 22:00 on weekdays and weekends, making it a reliable stop. Pathway Burgers & Momos is open until 21:00 on Sundays and Mondays, or 22:00 on other days, so check the specific day if you are staying late.

Check before you go

  • D6 Tabletop Cafe is closed on Tuesdays. If you are visiting on a Tuesday, choose Pathway Burgers & Momos or Clay Oven instead.
  • Clay Oven is open from 17:00 on weekdays and weekends, but Pathway Burgers & Momos opens earlier at 11:00.

Worth knowing

  • D6 Tabletop Cafe is open at 15:43 only on Mo, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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