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Introducing Marie-galante
Marie-Galante, 25km southeast of Guadeloupe proper, is the largest of Guadeloupe’s outer islands. Compared with the archipelago’s other islands, Marie-Galante is relatively flat, its dual limestone plateaus rising only 150m. It is roughly round in shape with a total land area of 158 sq km. Because of its shape, the island is often referred to as ‘La Grande Galette, ’ which means ‘the Big Crêpe.’
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The island is rural in character; it’s pretty much sugarcane, manioc fields and cows outside of Grand-Bourg, the surprisingly large main city. There are some lovely, uncrowded beaches and pleasant country scenery.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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