Introducing Terre-de-Haut
Lying 10km off Guadeloupe is Terre-de-Haut, the largest of the eight small islands that make up Les Saintes. Since the island was too hilly and dry for sugar plantations, slavery never took hold here. Consequently, the older islanders still trace their roots to the early seafaring Norman and Breton colonists and many of the locals have light skin and blond or red hair.
Advertisement
Terre-de-Haut is unhurried and feels like a small slice of southern France transported to the Caribbean. Lots of English is spoken here thanks to a big international sailing scene, and it’s definitely the most cosmopolitan of Guadeloupe’s outlying islands.
Terre-de-Haut is only 5km long and about half as wide. Ferries dock right in the center of Bourg des Saintes, the island’s only village. The airstrip is to the east, a 10-minute walk from the village center.
Last updated: Oct 20, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
Recent posts
-
RE: 16 day visit - Guadeloupe
by mgtraveler 26 January 2011
Not sure what your question is ... with 16 days you could stay on all three, plus the main island of Guadeloupe. If you are asking which…
-
16 day visit - Guadeloupe
by burrjane 26 January 2011
My wife and I are visiting Guadeloupe in February 2011. we like experiencing other cultures, quiet beaches , snorkeling and diving. …
-
First time in Caribbean
by onekbear 01 July 2007
Here's an idea - go to Guadaloupe but instead of spending your time on the main island, spend your time on Terre de Haut (Le Sainte) and/or…
Hotels & Hostels
Check out all our reviewed and recommended accommodation and book online.
Advertisement
