Vieux-Fort, the southern tip of Basse-Terre
Fifteen minutes from Basse-Terre, Vieux-Fort faces Les Saintes: a red-and-white lighthouse, black volcanic rocks, a fishing harbour and one of Guadeloupe’s best sunsets.
What to see
The 1955 lighthouse (free access outside), Fort l’Olive ruins, Anse Dupuy harbour and snorkelling, Saint-Albert church, and the Monts Caraïbes loop hike.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit the lighthouse?
The site is freely accessible, but not the inside.