Guadeloupe to Les Saintes day trip: Fort Napoléon, an unmissable must-see

Fort Napoléon is the result of the development of a small fort built in 1779. It was destroyed in 1809 and then rebuilt in 1816, with the work not being completed until 1840. The fortress served primarily as a prison until the 20th century, before becoming an art museum open to the public.

A very interesting walk up to the fort

The walk to the fort takes about 30 minutes from the town centre. The climb offers a 360° panoramic view of the bays, coves and beaches below, as well as a magnificent botanical garden.

A fascinating museum on the history of Les Saintes

The museum traces the history of the archipelago through authentic French naval uniforms, traditional boats and maritime artefacts. Admission costs €5, including an audio guide.