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Marie-Galante

Activities in Marie-Galante

Discover the wonders of the island of a hundred windmills

What to do in Marie-Galante?

From beaches to distilleries, hiking trails to Creole cuisine, Marie-Galante offers a multitude of activities for all tastes

The Most Beautiful Beaches

Beaches

White sand, turquoise waters and coconut trees await you

Feuillère Beach 5 min by car

Long stretch of white sand lined with coconut trees, ideal for swimming

Anse Canot 10 min

Sheltered cove with calm, crystal-clear waters, perfect for snorkeling

Moustique Beach 8 min

Peaceful, family-friendly beach

Vieux-Fort Beach 12 min

Historic setting with stunning views, recommended at sunset

Rum & Distilleries

Distilleries

Discover Marie-Galante's agricultural rum tradition

Bellevue Distillery 7 min

Award-winning rum produced since 1769, eco-friendly tour

Bielle Distillery 10 min

Founded in 1868, steam engine museum and tasting

Père Labat Distillery 8 min

The oldest distillery, renowned craft rum

Historic & Cultural Sites

Heritage

Dive into the history of the island of a hundred windmills

Château Murat 10 min

18th-century sugar estate turned eco-museum

Bézard Windmill 12 min

Restored 19th-century windmill, listed monument

Habitation Roussel Trianon 15 min

18th-century sugar cane plantation with preserved ruins

Mare au Punch 10 min

Historic site commemorating the 1849 slave uprising

Water Sports & Activities

Water Activities

Explore the crystal-clear waters of Marie-Galante

Snorkeling

Excellent around Saint-Louis, calm and clear waters

Scuba diving

Professional dive centres available

Kayaking

Mangrove exploration

Windsurfing & Kitesurfing

Ideal conditions off Capesterre

Boat trips

Coastal tours and island hopping

Deep-sea fishing

Charter services available

Nature & Hiking

Nature

Discover the natural beauty of Marie-Galante

Gueule Grand Gouffre 15 min

Spectacular natural chasm carved by the sea

Sentier des Galeries

Hike through unspoilt nature

Sentier de Murat

Trail through the old plantation landscapes

Sentier de Vieux Fort

Immersive nature hike

9 marked trails

A network of trails across the whole island

Creole Flavours

Gastronomy

Taste the delights of Marie-Galante cuisine

Grilled fish

Freshly caught and cooked in court-bouillon

Cod accras

Crispy fritters, a local speciality

Colombos

Stews with Caribbean spices

Bébélé

Traditional Marie-Galante stew

Coconut flan

Creamy coconut dessert

Grand-Bourg market 8 min

Fresh produce, local flavours and crafts

Unique Experiences

Experiences

Experience Marie-Galante differently

Kabwèt la Tours

Traditional ox-cart ride through the countryside

Turtle watching

Night-time egg laying during nesting season

Quad & buggy

Rides through cane fields and rural landscapes

E-bike

Eco-friendly exploration of the countryside

Terre de Blues Festival

Major annual music festival in Grand-Bourg

Miellerie Belle Hôtesse 12 min

Craft honey, vinegar and soap

Health & Wellbeing

Wellbeing

Take care of yourself during your stay

On-site osteopath On site at the gîtes

Jérémy Heron – personalised consultations for all ages

Available services Tue/Thu: 1pm–6pm | Tel: +590 690 29 37 51

Mon/Wed/Fri: 8am–6pm

Book your consultation

Email: heronjeremy.osteopathe@gmail.com

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Practical Information

Location

Our cottages are ideally located in Beauséjour, close to all attractions

Distances

Beaches: 5 min • Distilleries: 7-10 min • Grand-Bourg: 8 min

Tips

Rent a car to explore the island freely