Located in the south of Martinique, Anse Grand Macabou is one of the largest beaches in Martinique.

It is bordered by an immense coconut grove, almond trees, pear trees, galbas and manchineel trees.

It is in the course of the hike, Trace des Caps.

This is a protected beach, so the flora and fauna present here must not be captured or disturbed. Small crabs and hermit crabs can often be seen in wilder spots. You may also spot a carpet of shells, known as the lambis cemetery.

Swimming is pleasant. The water is crystal clear and the sand is white and fine. In the afternoon, the water is particularly warm, which makes bathing more comfortable.

An equestrian center offers to walk on the beach on horseback.

In the opinion of many visitors, it was one of the most beautiful and pleasant beaches in Martinique.

Beware, this beach is frequently subject to the arrival of shoals of sargassum in the Atlantic.

It is accessible by car via the N6 to get there, but it is also advisable to go to the beach of Petit Macabou and then follow the trail. Beware, though, the road leading to the beach is quite difficult as with many holes.

Located north of La Caravelle, Anse l'Etang is a beach that will delight anyone choosing accommodation in the island's North Atlantic region.

Although quiet and well-equipped (with plenty of picnic areas and a lifeguard post), Anse l'Etang is not a popular beach.

Bordered by numerous trees, it offers pleasant shade for picnickers and children wanting to play on the sand.

Beware of the waves, which can be considerable due to its Atlantic orientation. It can also be subject to sargassum shoals.

To get there, go to Trinité and head towards Tartane, then follow the signs for "Château Dubuc / Presqu'île de la Caravelle". A sign will indicate the entrance.

Located in the village of Tartane, Anse de Tartane beach is ideal for families visiting the Atlantic coast. It offers both a play area for youngsters and a pleasant swimming area where you can watch local fishermen fishing. Indeed, it's not uncommon to see fishermen going out fishing or coming back from it aboard their boats.

The sand is fine and the water is crystal-clear. There are public toilets and showers for bathers wishing to rinse off after a swim.

There are no restaurants on the beach, but there are plenty of places to eat nearby.

To get there, head north towards the Atlantic and, before entering the town of Trinité, head towards the Tartane district and its village.

Located to the east of the Caravelle peninsula, Anse de la Brêche is a fine sandy beach that will delight those in search of peace.

The sand is brown. The water is not clear, but swimming is permitted. The water in all the island's streams is monitored and graded by the Agence Régionale de Santé (ARS) (Local Health Authority) and has been judged to be excellent.

Tables and benches are available for picnics in the shade. There is a mangrove near Anse de la Brêche.

Go to the commune of Trinité, then head for Tartane. Once in Tartane, follow the signs for "Château Dubuc". A sign announces the beach.

Anse Cosmy beach is located in Trinité, just beyond the village. It is little used during the week but is popular at weekends and during school vacations with local families, who often spend the whole day there.

The beach is furnished with tables and benches and offers plenty of shade.

Beware: at times, this beach is exposed to sargasso from the Atlantic.

To get there, head for the town of Trinité, then after passing through the village, head for Sainte-Marie, continuing on the road that crosses the village and leads to the northern exit of the town. Turn right towards "Résidence Cosmy". You'll then see the beach and be able to park.

Located in Trois-Ilets in the extension of the Anse Mitan, Pointe du Bout offers a magnificent panorama over the bay of Fort-de-France.

Unlike other beaches in Martinique, more "wild" and authentic, the Pointe du Bout is a beach fitted by the hotels present nearby who wants luxury because it is exclusively for geared towards tourists.

Organized beaches resemble small lagoons. It is truly a landscape that will enchant visitors with the presence of sun loungers, parasols but especially a small bar floating on a pontoon.

A must see !

Anse Mitan is a white-sand beach in the commune of Les Trois-Îlets. It is bordered by numerous hotels, a casino and souvenir stores. Located opposite Fort-de-France, it offers a superb panorama of the city and the Pitons du Carbet.

It is very popular with tourists, especially those staying in the local hotels.

To get there, you can either take the shuttle boat from Fort-de-France or go to the commune of Trois-Ilets and, once downtown, follow the signs for Anses d'Arlet. A sign announces the beach.

The former Hôtel Batelière boasts a magnificent beach that will leave you breathless. Its turquoise waters and fine sand will leave you with unforgettable memories when you return from your vacation. Rocks and a pontoon near the beach protect it from waves and swell.

The beach is equipped with deckchairs for hotel guests.

A bar-restaurant and diving club are nearby.

To get there from Fort-de-France, follow signs for Schœlcher and at the traffic circle where you see the casino, turn left past it towards the Hôtel Batelière. You'll need to cross the hotel to get to the beach.

Les Salines is "THE" beach in Martinique. In the opinion of almost the entire population, it's the most beautiful beach on the island and is sometimes even described as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean archipelago.

We could even talk about twin beaches, as there are Grande Anse des Salines and Petite Anse des Salines, both of which are equally impressive.

Plage des Salines is often used as a poster for postcards and tourist brochures from Martinique. A long beach of white sand lined with coconut palms, with turquoise-blue waters, this beach has nothing to envy the most beautiful beaches on the paradise islands!

It's very crowded during the week, especially with tourists, and even more so at weekends, when tourists mingle with residents. Bathing is pleasant and not dangerous, even if small or medium-sized waves are sometimes encountered.

There are tables and benches in the shaded areas, and showers for rinsing off after a swim. Restaurants are also available on the beach and nearby.

At the end of the beach, you can visit the Etang des Salines, whose protected ecosystem, well explained on the signs lining the route, is special. You'll discover a multitude of crabs during the ten-minute walk along the pontoon, and if you're lucky, migratory birds pass through our island during the North American winter.

Salines beach is also known as the departure point for young Martinican resistance fighters who made their way to Saint Lucia to join the Free French Forces during the Second World War.

Salines beach is the southern tip of Martinique. You can get there by heading towards the commune of Sainte-Anne and following the excellent signposts, which prevent you from getting lost.

A MUST SEE!

Ilet Chevalier as well as the Salines beach is a little place you must visit when you are in Martinique. This islet located on the coast of the east peninsula of Sainte Anne, protected by the coral reef is a natural paradise as long in length and width.

It can be reached by paying shuttle bus from the Cap Chevalier shoreline in just a few minutes by boat (500 meters). You won't want to miss the shuttles (Taxis du Cap or a few fishermen) on the Cap Chevalier pontoon.

Please note that after 4 PM, access to the islet will be denied. To protect the island's flora and fauna, no visitor may remain on the islet after 6 PM.

During the crossing, you can admire the rocks on the islet. The vegetation on the islet is dense and varied, with coconut palms and cacti. A small, well-trodden path allows you to cross the islet and make the most of its natural beauty.

And what about the beach? A true paradise! Fine white sand and clear, calm turquoise-blue water will leave no one indifferent to this postcard-perfect landscape. For experienced swimmers, it's possible to swim across to Anse Michel beach just opposite.

Unfortunately, the site is affected by the possible presence of sargassum.

To get there, head for the municipality of Sainte-Anne, then follow the signs for "Cap Chevalier". Beware, the unmade road may put you off, but when you see this magnificent landscape, you're bound to be won over!