Montagne Pelée and the wild North
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Rising to 1,397 metres, Montagne Pelée dominates the north of Martinique. A volcano that is still monitored, today it offers unforgettable hikes through unspoilt nature.
A volcano that entered history
On 8 May 1902, a pyroclastic flow wiped out the town of Saint-Pierre in a matter of minutes — then nicknamed the "little Paris of the West Indies". It was one of the deadliest eruptions of the 20th century; its ruins can still be visited.
Listed as World Heritage
In 2023, UNESCO inscribed the "Volcanoes and Forests of Mount Pelée and the Pitons of Northern Martinique" as World Heritage, recognising the exceptional richness of these landscapes and their biodiversity.
Hiking and exploring
Several trails lead up to the heights, including the Aileron route. Lower down, the gorges, waterfalls and rainforests of the North will delight nature lovers, between Le Carbet, Le Prêcheur and Grand-Rivière.
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