Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Pointe-à-Pitre

The Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul is a Catholic church in Pointe-à-Pitre featuring a 35-meter (115-foot) metal bell tower with three bells and a facade displaying Italian Renaissance design elements. Its interior contains a marble altar from the 1800s, and the exterior shows statues of religious figures arranged in balanced compositions.

Construction began in 1817 to serve the growing Catholic population of the port city. A major earthquake in 1843 caused severe damage, leading to comprehensive rebuilding efforts from 1847 to 1853, with final structural improvements added in 1876.

Saints Peter and Paul are depicted in statuary form on the exterior, alongside representations of the four evangelists that reflect the church's role as a spiritual center in the city. These figures have guided devotional practice for local Catholics across generations.

The church is open to visitors and has modern safety features installed throughout the building. Plan your visit during daylight hours to appreciate both the interior details and the exterior statuary clearly.

The metal bell tower was manufactured by the Joly factory in Argenteuil, a rare instance of French industrial production serving Caribbean religious buildings during the 1800s. This imported structure reflects the trade connections between mainland France and its overseas territories.

Location: Pointe-à-Pitre

Inception: 1817

Address: place de l’Église

GPS coordinates: 16.23880,-61.53450

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07