Marie-Galante Beaches: La Feuillère, Anse Canot & Vieux-Fort (Complete Guide)
Updated: Aug 18
Ready for a feel-good escape? Here’s a simple, eco-minded way to enjoy this place at its best.
Discover Marie-Galante’s best beaches with practical tips: where to swim, when to go, and how to enjoy La Feuillère, Anse Canot, and Vieux-Fort.
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What makes Marie-Galante a beach lover’s island
Marie-Galante offers a rare mix: unspoiled coastline, calm waters, and a peaceful atmosphere far from mass tourism.
Many beaches feel spacious and natural—perfect for travelers who want simplicity and serenity.
La Feuillère Beach (Capesterre)
La Feuillère is the island’s iconic lagoon-style beach, known for crystal-clear water and bright sand.
It’s ideal for swimming and long, relaxed beach days.
Best for: swimming + relaxing
Bring: shade, water, and reef-safe sunscreen
Photo tip: capture the turquoise gradient near shore
Anse Canot (Saint-Louis)
Anse Canot is a smaller, intimate cove framed by cliffs—one of the most photogenic spots on the island.
Go early for softer light and a quieter atmosphere.
Best for: calm vibes + photos
Photo tip: use the cliffs as a natural frame
Respect the site: leave no trace
Vieux-Fort Beach (Saint-Louis)
Vieux-Fort shows the island’s dramatic west-coast character with spectacular scenery.
It’s a great place for ocean watching and sunset tones.
Best for: views + sunsets
Photo tip: shoot wide for scale
Pair it with: a coastal drive and a slow dinner
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Eco-friendly beach habits
Marie-Galante is preserved—help keep it that way with simple habits.
Choose reef-safe sunscreen, avoid single-use plastic, and take your trash with you.
Reusable bottle
Small trash bag
Reef-safe sunscreen
Respect wildlife and dunes
Practical tips
Getting there: ferries run from Pointe-à-Pitre and Saint-François.
Best time: December–April for the driest weather.
Getting around: rent a car or scooter for maximum freedom.
Travel gently: bring reef-safe sunscreen and reduce single-use plastic.
Enjoy the journey—travel gently, stay curious, and leave every place a little better than you found it.
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Useful resources
Official reference: Guadeloupe Islands Tourism Board
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