Castine Attractions

The port at Castine (pop. 1,300) has been a source of much fighting and struggle. American Indians, French, British, Dutch and Americans have all tried to lay claim to this port at one time or another.

Two forts were built on this site, both of which were occupied by the British during the War of 1812. Fort Madison was built in 1811 and some of the remains are still visible. Fort George, built in the late 1700s has been partially restored.