Anse Belleville Beach

Beach at Prêcheur, Martinique

Rating : 3/5
Type of sand : Grey
Attendance : Low

Head now to the north side of the island of Martinique, to find a lovely beach! It is frequented mainly on weekends by the inhabitants living nearby. This beach named Anse Belleville is also called Trou-au-chat, it is located in the northwest of the island.

Informations

Seabed ?
No
Wild beach ?
Yes
Waves/Surf
No
Toilets ?
No
Showers ?
No
Nearby help station ?
No
Restaurants nearby ?
No
Isolated beach ?
Yes
Easily accessible ?
Yes
Family friendly ?
No

Not far from the town of Le Prêcheur, you will have to hike a bit on the mount Pelée, before being able to enjoy a postcard beach setting.

Once your little walk in the mountains is over, you will finally arrive at the page. Wouldn't you like to relax and cool off in the azure blue water? This place is ideal for a small bathing break in all discretion. You have arrived at your destination, all you have to do is enjoy the Martinican sun.

This corner of Martinique is very popular with surfers and bodyboarders for its vigorous waves. The cove with gray sands, bordered by large rocks offers you a real return to nature.

To reach a bigger part of sand, you will have to get your feet wet! Indeed, you have to go along the creek, unless you want to play daredevil by stepping over the rocks. By the way, these rocks are also full of good surprises... Get closer to them to see lizards and small crabs.

The beach of Anse de Belleville is somewhat cut off from the world. However, if you go along the coast towards the south, you will easily find good restaurants.

Easy access to the beach

To get to Trou-au-chat from Fort-de-France, follow the N2 to Saint-Pierre. Then take the departmental road D10 to Prêcheur. Continue to the village of the town in the direction of Anse Céron. The direction of Anse Belleville is indicated by signs.

The city of Precheur in 5 questions

How many inhabitants are there in Precheur?

1 304 habitants

Surface area and density of the commune

Area: 30 km2

Density: 44 km2

What to do and see in Precheur?

Habitation Céron (17th century estate, former sugar factory) and its Zamana, a remarkable specimen listed as one of the largest visible trees in the Lesser Antilles;
Le Prêcheur Lighthouse;
Saint Joseph's parish church, listed as a historical monument;
Regional marine nature reserve of Precheur - Albert Falco ;
Waterfall of the Snake River;
Anse Couleuvre: A hiking trail connects Le Prêcheur to Grand'Rivière.