Anse Madame

Anse Madame beach is located in the heart of the commune of Schoelcher, close to the village beach. It's a small beach of fine grey sand, best known for its important nautical base, the Cercle Nautique de Schoelcher.

It is for this reason that many people go there, as it remains a beach that suffers from competition from the town's other beaches.

A waterfront restaurant enables visitors and residents to enjoy lunch or dinner overlooking the sea.

There are also play areas for children.

To get there, head for the town of Schoelcher and then follow the signs for Anse Madame.

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Parc de la Savane

The Savane Park (Parc de la Savane in French), or simply “La Savane,” is a green space of about 5 hectares. It is the landmark site of the city of Fort-de-France. Often the starting point for sporting events, the parades of the city’s carnival, and military marches commemorating armistices, it is also the place where French and foreign heads of state are welcomed during visits to Martinique.

Moreover, in 1859, the people of Martinique chose it as the site for the statue of Empress Josephine. The bronze statue of Pierre Belain d’Esnambuc, the first Norman colonist to settle in Martinique, was erected there in 1935. The park itself was built on a former marshland that became a central gathering place of Foyalese life as early as the 17th century.

It is adorned with royal palms, traveler’s trees, and bougainvillea. It stretches from Fort Saint-Louis to the heart of downtown Fort-de-France.

If you ask the people of Martinique what La Savane means to them, they will tell you it is a place for romantic encounters. Indeed, it was where lovers used to stroll and where future couples would meet.

The park reopened in April 2011, after being restructured by regional authorities and the city of Fort-de-France. Today, it is even possible to see iguanas wandering among the trees.

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Anse de Tartane

Located in the village of Tartane, Anse de Tartane beach is ideal for families visiting the Atlantic coast. It offers both a play area for youngsters and a pleasant swimming area where you can watch local fishermen fishing. Indeed, it's not uncommon to see fishermen going out fishing or coming back from it aboard their boats.

The sand is fine and the water is crystal-clear. There are public toilets and showers for bathers wishing to rinse off after a swim.

There are no restaurants on the beach, but there are plenty of places to eat nearby.

To get there, head north towards the Atlantic and, before entering the town of Trinité, head towards the Tartane district and its village.

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Slides at Anse de Tartane
Slides at Anse de Tartane
Fishing boats at Tartane Cove
Fishing boats at Tartane Cove
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Anse de Tartane

Anse Azérot

Anse Azérot is the last accessible beach on the North Atlantic coast. The rest of the North Atlantic coastline is closed to bathing due to strong currents and high waves. However, due to the swell, swimming is sometimes prohibited!

It is mainly frequented by residents, who enjoy the shade of the many coconut palms.

It's a place that is also appreciated for its facilities (tables, benches, shower, toilet, play area and parking lot), offering the possibility of barbecues.

As you walk along the beach, you're sure to come across some ruined buildings. These are the Habitation de l'Anse Azérot, an estate built by Father Labat to exploit the lime kilns.

The only drawback is that, as an Atlantic Ocean beach, it can be prone to sargassum shoals, making swimming difficult or impossible.

To get there, head towards the North Atlantic then towards the commune of Sainte-Marie, and follow the signs. A sign announces the entrance to the beach.

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Anse Figuier

Located in the town of Rivière-Pilote, Anse Figuier, this beautiful and large shaded beach, due to the presence of numerous coconut palms and sea grape trees, offers you clean and clear water.

Note, however, the presence of small rocks in the water can be a bit sore feet if you walk on them when swimming.

You will not miss visiting the Ecomusée, a former distillery converted into a museum that has remnants of the Caribbean era, picked up on the beach.

Anse Figuier has slides and swings, making it an attractive spot for children. In addition, wooden tables and benches are set up on the beach for anyone who wants to have a picnic.

To get there, follow the signs for Rivière-Pilote on the N5 from Sainte-Luce. An entrance on the right will indicate Anse Figuier.

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