Les Salines is "THE" beach in Martinique. In the opinion of almost the entire population, it's the most beautiful beach on the island and is sometimes even described as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean archipelago.
We could even talk about twin beaches, as there are Grande Anse des Salines and Petite Anse des Salines, both of which are equally impressive.
Plage des Salines is often used as a poster for postcards and tourist brochures from Martinique. A long beach of white sand lined with coconut palms, with turquoise-blue waters, this beach has nothing to envy the most beautiful beaches on the paradise islands!
It's very crowded during the week, especially with tourists, and even more so at weekends, when tourists mingle with residents. Bathing is pleasant and not dangerous, even if small or medium-sized waves are sometimes encountered.
There are tables and benches in the shaded areas, and showers for rinsing off after a swim. Restaurants are also available on the beach and nearby.
At the end of the beach, you can visit the Etang des Salines, whose protected ecosystem, well explained on the signs lining the route, is special. You'll discover a multitude of crabs during the ten-minute walk along the pontoon, and if you're lucky, migratory birds pass through our island during the North American winter.
Salines beach is also known as the departure point for young Martinican resistance fighters who made their way to Saint Lucia to join the Free French Forces during the Second World War.
Salines beach is the southern tip of Martinique. You can get there by heading towards the commune of Sainte-Anne and following the excellent signposts, which prevent you from getting lost.
A MUST SEE!
