Guelph (/ ˈ ɡ w ɛ l f / ⓘ GWELF; 2021 Canadian Census population 143,740) [3] is a city in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. Known as The Royal City, it is roughly 22 km (14 mi) east of Kitchener and 70 km (43 mi) west of Downtown Toronto, at the intersection of Highway 6, Highway 7 and Wellington County Road 124.

Guelph (often spelled Guelf; in Italian Guelfo, plural Guelfi) is an Italian form of the name of the House of Welf, the family of the dukes of Bavaria (including the namesake Duke Welf II of Bavaria, as well as Henry the Lion).

Jan 23, 2025 · The city of Guelph is a vibrant community of over 120,000 people situated in the heart of southern Ontario, just 100 km west of Toronto, Ontario Canada.

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Mar 14, 2023 · Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime resident, there’s always something new to discover in Guelph, which is probably why you’re here. To help make the most of your time in the city, here’s a list of eight fun things to do in Guelph.

Jan 20, 2025 · Guelph, city, seat (1838) of Wellington county, southeastern Ontario, Canada. It lies along the Speed River, 40 miles (65 km) west-southwest of Toronto. Founded in 1827 alongside the falls on the river by John Galt, a Scottish novelist and colonizer, it was named after the Guelfs (Welfs), the family name of the British royal house of Hanover ...

Nov 25, 2024 · Situated around where the Eramosa and Speed Rivers meet, Guelph is home to interesting art and cultural museums, nature trails and hikes, including a beautiful university arboretum, excellent restaurants and wildly popular music festivals.

Discover Guelph, ON, known for its rich heritage, vibrant arts, and commitment to sustainability. Explore the city's renowned university, historic downtown, and diverse cultural treasures in this captivating Ontario destination.

Guelph is situated on treaty land that is steeped in rich Indigenous history, and is the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation of the Anishinaabek Peoples. Guelph is home to many First Nations, Inuit and Métis people today. Guelph was named after the …

Jan 26, 2020 · History buffs, art lovers, adventurists and festival goers will all find things to do in the city. Let’s explore the best things to do in Guelph: 1. Walk above the water. In 1992, around 400 volunteers built a pedestrian-only bridge over the Speed River.