Saint Anne
Prized for its long stretches of white sandy beaches – some wild, others developed – with crystal-clear turquoise waters, Sainte-Anne is a popular ‘waterfront’ town in Guadeloupe. You can travel right through it, following the edge of its stunning turquoise lagoon. Starting from the major hotels or the many beaches, a wide range of water sports and sightseeing activities await you.
Main attractions
- Beaches
- Markets
- Water sports centre – Regional sailing centre
- Fishing port
- Shops
- Craft village
Details of activities in Sainte Anne
Sainte-Anne is one of the three largest seaside resorts in Guadeloupe, welcoming visitors with its white sandy beaches protected by a coral reef. Lagoons and coconut palms are the hallmarks of this tourist village. There are plenty of water sports on offer, such as trips to the neighbouring islands by boat or jet ski. You can also enjoy scuba diving, surfing, kitesurfing or water-towed activities. The town of Sainte-Anne is a particularly popular destination for kitesurfers, who enjoy riding along the long, unspoilt beach at Bois Jolan, which has long been one of the sport’s must-visit spots. Helleux Beach is also a very popular surfing spot.
Local events
- Pulling ox races (January)
- Gwo-Ka Festival (July)
- Feast of St Anne (July)
The beaches
- Toubana Beach
- Caravelle Beach
- Jolan Wood Beach
- Municipal beach
Further information
As Sainte-Anne is one of the busiest towns in Guadeloupe, many tourism companies are based there and are waiting to welcome you to enjoy the joys of discovery and leisure