Pointe Borgnèse, Protected coastal cape in southern Martinique, France.
Pointe Borgnèse is a coastal cape on Martinique's southern shore at the entrance to Baie du Marin, featuring a white sand beach. Coconut palms and tropical trees line the shoreline, which meets turquoise water and creates small sheltered coves.
The site contains remains of old military fortifications including cannon batteries and a lime kiln from the historical Habitation de la Pointe Borgnèse. These structures show the location's past role in coastal defense.
The cape is a popular gathering spot where local families regularly spend weekends with picnics and social gatherings. The place reflects how people here value time spent together by the sea and taking in the surrounding landscape.
Access to the beach is via a steep five-minute walk from a parking area along National Route 5 between Sainte-Luce and Marin. The water and beach are best explored during morning and midday hours when the light is clearest.
An underwater trail extends about one kilometer to Anse Figuier, revealing coral formations, seagrass meadows, and marine life at depths between 2 to 5 meters (6 to 16 feet). This submerged area is easily accessible for snorkelers wishing to observe the region's marine world.
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