Located 2 km from the town of Vauclin, the beach of Pointe Faula is unique in Martinique.

The water is shallow and for a comfortable swim, adults have to walk a lot before reaching normal-sized water for swimming. Lined with coconut trees, it offers a nice shade for those who wish to picnic.

Another advantage of this beach, the warmth of its waters. Indeed, the water is one of the hottest throughout the Caribbean.

This beach is frequently affected by the various episodes of sargassum that hit the Atlantic coast.

Many activities are offered there (sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing). It is the beach par excellence for water sports requiring wind due to its totally unobstructed exposure on the Atlantic coast. Also, you can come there only to admire the magnificent kitesurf wings.

Snacks are available on the beach for those who wish to eat there. It also has tables and benches in the shade of the sun.

Concerts are sometimes organized there, like the Baccha Festival or Music on the Beach, or the Jazz à la Pointe.

To get there, go to the southeast of the island and the commune of Le Vauclin. Once you arrive in the city, several signs will guide you to the beach of Pointe Faula.

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.

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!

Located on Martinique's south Atlantic coast, Anse Trabaud is not very popular due to its difficult access. In fact, there is no real road to get there.

Stretching for over a kilometer, this coral sand beach is often battered by waves, making it a popular spot for bodyboarders and surfers.

Most of the time, the current is weak and the waves safe for children.

Creepers known as railroad vine (Ipomoea pes-caprae) litter the seashore, protecting the ecosystem and providing a home for various species of crab and hermit crab, a protected species on the island. Further out, the abundant vegetation plays an essential role in protecting the flora and fauna, as well as counteracting the erosion that affects many of the island's beaches.

It is accessible by road via a private property, at the gate of which you will be asked to pay a €2.50 entrance fee.

Entrance times are from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a compulsory exit at 6:00 pm.

In the shade of the small trees lining the beach, a few wooden tables and benches are available for picnics. You can also easily set up a hammock.

To get there, just follow a winding track for a quarter of an hour.

Located on the Atlantic coast, Anse Michel is the opinion of some the second most beautiful beach of the island after the Salines. Indeed, bordered by coconut trees, this beach could very well be on the cover of a travel brochure! 

Its clean, clear water, gigantic palms that border, numerous activities will leave a lasting impression. Remember to bring snorkel before coming to observe its rich underwater.

Paradise for windsurfers and kite-surfers, you will also make outings on horseback along the beach. Companies can rent windsurfing windsurfing. You can also go jet skiing.

It is not uncommon to see small hermit crabs in the sand. They are completely harmless and are a protected species on the island.

The more experienced swimmers can get to the visible Îlet Chevalier opposite.

There are benches and tables for picnics, but if you're planning to eat there, you'll need to bring your own lunch.

There are no restaurants on site. If you prefer peace and quiet, opt for a visit during the week, or at the weekend to enjoy the local, family atmosphere.

To get there, once you've arrived in Sainte-Anne, follow the signs to Cap Chevalier and then to Anse Michel.

Anse Couleuvre is two beaches at the foot of impressive cliffs. The vegetation is so extensive that some consider it to be a wild beach. Coconut palms on the beach provide welcome shade.

The sand here is ebony gray or black, the legacy of the various eruptions of Mount Pelée, the volcano located in neighboring Saint-Pierre. The color is deceptive, however, as the sand on this beach is incredibly fine.

Surfing can be practiced at Anse Couleuvre, but preferably by experienced surfers due to the fairly strong currents. It is also the starting point for hiking and sporting excursions to the municipality of Grand'Rivière, which is not connected by road.

In the evening, sunset brings its own special touch, with the sky turning orange.

Tables and benches are available for picnics.

The beach is well worth a visit. You can visit Habitation Couleuvre on foot. Don't forget your sneakers for the narrow path!

You can get there by car by following the signs for Saint-Pierre, then Le Prêcheur, and continuing north to the end of the road. Once there, cross a small ankle-deep river and follow a footpath.

Anse Diamant is the main beach of Le Diamant. It is also called "Plage du Diamant", "Plage Anse Diamant", "Plage du Bourg" or "Plage Dizac" from the name of the street that runs along it.

It is the largest beach in Martinique, with its 4 km length (and 3 km without counting the one that follows, named Plage de l'Anse Caffard).

It is a paradise for surfers because of the sometimes strong waves and runners or simple walkers who like to walk there with their feet in the water. However, it is feared by many locals because of the number of fatal drownings. It is sometimes dangerous because of strong currents within 50 meters of the shore.

Swimming is supervised, and signs indicate when swimming is not recommended or even forbidden. When the flag is red, it is forbidden to swim there.

It offers a superb view of the Rocher du Diamant (Diamond Rock), even if the view is even closer from Anse Caffard. Although there are no restaurants, there is a picnic area.

To get there, you just have to follow the direction of the municipality of Le Diamant and it is visible as soon as you arrive at the village of the commune.