Streets squares and districts to visit Saint-Paul

This is a walk not to be missed, whether you are on foot, on rollerblades, by bike or by car. At the Saint-Paul bus station, go under the bridge in the direction of the Grande Fontaine district. You'll find yourself in another world. It is best to get there early in the morning or just before nightfall to enjoy the subtle play of light and the special atmosphere of this island of greenery nestled in the heart of an immense coconut grove. The Tour des Roches takes about an hour on foot, plus 30 minutes if you reach your starting point.

The town of Saint-Paul is built and stretches along the largest bay on the island. With its perfect curvature from the Port to Cap la Houssaye, it looks like a huge black sand beach, deserted... but forbidden for swimming because of the currents, swell and sharks. You can stroll along the landscaped path that runs along the coast, where lovers and families come to stroll and observe the 17th and 18th century cannons, before slipping into one of the perpendicular streets that will take you into the town.

A few hundred meters from the fairground, the new landing stage looked great when it was inaugurated in 2009, next to the monument commemorating the abolition of slavery. It was quickly adopted by the inhabitants who come there to fish at any time, to walk around or even to take their wedding photos. However, the initial goal, which was to welcome diving and cruising boats, has completely failed since no boat has ever docked there. After being damaged in 2013, walkers can once again access its end.