Markets Guadeloupe

This is one of the city's oldest markets, also known as the Marché Saint-Antoine, which housed market gardeners in a wooden hall that was destroyed by fire in 1871. The new metal halls date from 1874. The atmosphere is colorful and fragrant with the fruits and spices on display. You'll also find punches, basketry and love potions... Some of the merchants still wear the traditional headdress. It is advisable to ask permission before taking a photo.

The Demain Saint-François association has set up a market on Tuesday from 5pm on the Boulevard de l'Europe. The producers of the commune come to sell their fruit and vegetables directly. You will also find locally made punches, ready-made meals to take away.... Part of the market welcomes local craftsmen who offer seed jewellery, dolls, sculptures, gourds, coconut objects and various objects and souvenirs. Often the market is accompanied by musical entertainment.

The old hall dates from 1928. It was built by the architect Ali Tur after the devastating cyclone of 1928. It became dilapidated many decades later and was demolished to make way for a new 300^m2 space. You will find fruits, vegetables and spices (cinnamon, saffron, colombo mix, star anise, cloves, green pepper...) to accompany grilled meats, seeds of roucou which perfume and color the oil for fish broths... Do not hesitate to ask the saleswomen for advice on your purchases.

A colorful market with farmers who come to sell their production of fruits and vegetables but also sellers of spices, jewelry, clothing ... The Mouliens come to do their shopping and meet the visitors for friendly exchanges. A great opportunity to discover authentic flavors and products unknown in France, such as local oranges which are green, apple bananas, land crabs during Easter... The visit is done to the rhythm of Gwo Ka if you arrive around 7pm.

The evening fruit and vegetable market next to the municipal stadium is a real local event. Fruit and vegetable growers come directly to offer their produce at attractive prices. You can also enjoy a selection of dishes and desserts to take away. The commune is home to a large number of regular visitors to its many gites and vacation homes, the majority of whom are retirees, and it's not uncommon to meet both residents and tourists in a very pleasant atmosphere.

This market is not the most popular with tourists, but it is one of the largest in Pointe-à-Pitre. It's popular with locals for the food on offer, as prices are very attractive indeed: small producers come to present the fruits of their daily labours. The stalls are numerous and varied, with fruits, spices, local vegetables and freshly caught fish. It's an excellent opportunity to eat locally without breaking the bank, while promoting local production.

This fish market, located on the small port of Lauricisque, has been completely refurbished and inaugurated in 2019, it now allows professional fishermen to offer local fish and seafood products raw or processed in sanitary conditions respecting the standards. The fish and preparations are offered on specific stalls for sale or scaling. Restaurant owners and professionals come to buy directly.

This local market is installed on the small square in front of the tower of Father Labat. It is organized by an association, the ADARSUB (Association for the agricultural and rural development of South Basse-Terre), which gathers farmers of the territory. Local producers come to sell their agricultural production directly to individuals. The stalls are full of fruit and vegetables, fresh fish, local meats, flowers, coconut water, but also processed products (black pudding, punch, cocoa, sweet and savoury cassava)...

Every Saturday, Victor and Netty organize a market and open the doors of their farm, which also houses a cattle ranch, on request. It's an opportunity to learn how to eat healthily during your stay, with fresh, seasonal produce from healthy, responsibly grown agriculture. A good place to discover quality local fruit and vegetables (madeira, malanga, sugar cane, yams, sweet potatoes, papayas, giraumons, avocados, cucumbers...). The farm also offers overnight camping.