Things to see and do Iracoubo

The interior walls of this late ^19th-century church (dedicated to Saint Joseph) have been covered with original frescoes, justifying its classification as a historic monument since June 8, 1978. The paintings, the work of convict Pierre Huguet, a recidivist escapee under house arrest at Father Raffray's, cover some 600 m² of the church's interior. The work was carried out in 1892 and 1898. One day, Huguet, who was living in the presbytery, escaped. It was later learned that he perished in tragic circumstances. A historic stopover.

The tourist office will be happy to guide you around this small village: guided tours of the church and the commune, as well as the hamlets of Bellevue and Dégrad-Savane, Morpio creek, forest walks starting from Organabo with an experienced guide... Local crafts and products are also on sale. The programme of events can be found on the town's website.

If you're driving between Iracoubo and Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, you'll find the village of Bellevue about ten kilometers from the town. It's the perfect place to stop and discover the crafts and traditional way of life of the Amerindians. In 2018, the village was granted 1,000 hectares of land to develop abattis and secure the community's future. Cécile Kouyouri, the village's customary chief, was the first Guyanese woman to achieve this status in 1997. Don't hesitate to stop by!

Because of its location, Morpio Creek is certainly one of the best-known coves in French Guiana. It is located on the edge of the N1 motorway, and is laid out like a rest area. Several carbets, some with hooks for hammocks, invite you to rest, while tables and benches are ideal for picnics. The site is well-maintained and ideal for swimming: the water's color - golden red - is surprisingly clean.