Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice de Cap Malheureux, Catholic church in Cap Malheureux, Mauritius
The Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice church features a red roof and stands at the water's edge against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean and five northern islets.
British forces used this location as a landing point in 1810 during their successful attack on French-held Mauritius, leading to the area's name Cap Malheureux.
The church structure incorporates elements of Mauritian colonial architecture while serving as a central point for religious ceremonies and community gatherings.
Visitors can reach the church by taking public buses from Immigration Square in Port Louis, with operating hours from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily.
The church stands as a memorial to numerous shipwrecks that occurred off the northern coast, including the Saint Geran vessel which sank in 1744.
Location: Rivière du Rempart District
Phone: 02083068
Website: https://dioceseportlouis.org
GPS coordinates: -19.98654,57.62228
Latest update: November 23, 2025 05:20
Mauritius offers natural places away from tourist centers. The island shows its geological diversity through beaches, waterfalls, and hiking paths. Black River Gorges National Park is home to rare animal and plant species. You can swim in clear water at beaches like La Cuvette and Pointe d'Esny. The Valley of Ferney protects local wildlife. Sites like Pont Naturel, Le Souffleur, and Gris Gris Beach display the raw coastline, while waterfalls such as Tamarind Falls and Chamarel Waterfall allow walks through green areas. The island's cultural sites tell its story. Apravasi Ghat is a UNESCO World Heritage site that remembers the past. Chateau de Labourdonnais records how people lived in earlier times. Small chapels like Notre Dame Auxiliatrice and historic ruins like Balaclava show the religious and social roots of the island. The island also offers less common experiences. Visiting a tea plantation like Bois Cheri gives insight into local farming. Small islands like Ilot Gabriel and Ilot Mangenie invite day trips. Nearby Rodrigues Island with beaches like Trou d'Argent offers a quieter choice than the main island.
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