Les Saintes

Eilandengroep · Guadeloupe

Inwonertal 2.619

Oppervlakte 13 km²

Tijdzone America/Guadeloupe

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Les Saintes Essentials

This selection highlights the architectural and natural landmarks of the Les Saintes archipelago. It features Fort Napoléon, a 19th-century fortification housing a history museum and botanical garden, and the volcanic formations of Pain de Sucre. The list includes the central Square of Gouverneur Lion with its Creole architecture, the 19th-century Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, and diverse coastal sites ranging from the calm waters of Pompierre Beach to the ruins of an 18th-century pottery on Terre-de-Bas.

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Editor's Choice

This collection highlights the historical and geological landmarks of Les Saintes. It features the 19th-century Fort Napoléon, known for its museum and cactus gardens, alongside the ruins of Fort Joséphine on Îlet à Cabrit and Batterie Caroline. The list covers the archipelago’s volcanic topography, including the basaltic columns of Pain de Sucre and Le Chameau, the islands' highest point. Industrial and religious heritage are represented by the 18th-century pottery ruins on Terre-de-Bas and the stone-built Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption.

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Scenic Viewpoints & Peaks

Les Saintes consists of two inhabited volcanic islands, Terre-de-Haut and Terre-de-Bas, characterized by dramatic ridges and deep bays. This collection highlights the archipelago's prominent peaks, including Le Chameau, the highest point at 309 meters. These sites feature historical landmarks like the ruins of Fort Caroline and Fort Joséphine, alongside unique basaltic formations. Hiking trails to these summits provide clear vantage points over the Bay of Les Saintes and views reaching the neighboring islands of Dominica and Marie-Galante.

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