Pointe de la Grande Vigie

Pointe de la Grande Vigie is a peninsula at the northern end of Grande-Terre with cliffs dropping sharply toward the sea. The promontory rises roughly 80 meters above the Atlantic, offering an unobstructed view across the water from the cliff edge.

Ships have used this headland for centuries as a natural landmark to navigate between ocean passages and guide their course. The peninsula served as a reference point when maritime routes required precise positioning in the waters around Guadeloupe.

The point draws locals and visitors to observe the horizon and feel the connection between the land and open waters. It remains a place where people naturally pause to take in the vastness of the Atlantic.

The site is reachable via the N8 road from Anse-Bertrand, with parking near the main viewpoint. The walk from the car to the cliff edge is short and straightforward, though winds can be quite strong at the top.

The limestone here holds marine fossils millions of years old, telling the story of when this land was underwater. These ancient remains reveal how the geological shape of Guadeloupe changed over time.

Location: Guadeloupe

GPS coordinates: 16.51422,-61.46455

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46