Point du Bout Beach
Golden sands, ferry rides, and Fort-de-France at your back
About
Point du Bout Beach stretches roughly 400 metres of golden sand along the southern shore of Martinique, facing the turquoise waters of the Bay of Fort-de-France. It's the kind of beach that doubles as a social hub — the Marina Pointe du Bout sits right on its doorstep, bringing a steady flow of sailboats, day-trippers, and sun-seekers. The water is calm and safe for swimming, the sunbeds are lined up and waiting, and the pace is unapologetically lively. Just half a kilometre away, the crumbling walls of the Fortin de la Pointe du Bout add a quiet historical counterpoint to all the beach activity.
How to get there
The most enjoyable way in is by ferry from Fort-de-France — an 18-minute crossing that runs daily and drops you practically at the marina's edge. You can also drive via the D7 from Fort-de-France, a roughly 20-minute journey, with free parking lots available on arrival; parking fines are common, so stick to authorised spaces only. Sunbed rental runs €20 per chair — bring cash or budget accordingly if you want a spot on the concession.
Who it's for
For couples
The ferry crossing from Fort-de-France sets a leisurely tone before you even hit the golden sand — it's a genuinely pleasant way to arrive together. Evening drinks at the marina, with boats bobbing and the lights of Fort-de-France visible across the bay, round out a relaxed day nicely.
For families
The water is calm and safe for swimming, the access is easy, and the marina area gives kids plenty to look at beyond the beach itself. Free parking is available if you're driving with gear, and the short ferry ride from Fort-de-France is an adventure in itself for younger travellers.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Point du Bout Beach is not trying to be a secret — and that's fine. It's a well-organised, lively resort beach with genuinely turquoise water, golden sand, and one of the most convenient access stories in Martinique: an 18-minute ferry from the capital and you're there. The marina adds energy and practicality in equal measure. It does get busy, and the paid sunbed setup means the best spots go early. Come in the dry season, take the ferry, and don't expect solitude. What you get instead is a beach that works — reliably, comfortably, and with a slice of Martinique history just a short walk away.
What to do
The Marina Pointe du Bout is right on your doorstep — wander the quayside, watch the boats come and go, and browse the small shops and restaurants that line the waterfront. A five-minute walk brings you to the Fortin de la Pointe du Bout, a set of historic fort ruins with open coastal views that feel worlds away from the beach buzz. If you have a car or are willing to travel, La Savane des Esclaves — a living history museum covering 400 years of Martinique's story — is about 3 kilometres away and rated 4.6 out of 5 across thousands of visitors.
The marina quayside at golden hour delivers turquoise water, white hulls, and warm light in a single frame.
The Fortin de la Pointe du Bout ruins, 500 metres from the beach, offer weathered stone walls and open coastal views that contrast sharply with the resort energy below. Shoot the golden sand from the water's edge at low sun for the classic Caribbean postcard angle.
Where to eat
La Pagerie - Tropical Garden Hotel is the closest dining option, just 400 metres from the beach and rated 4.4/5 — a solid choice for lunch without straying far. For something with a bit more local character, Le Zest Bar (4.4/5) is about 4 kilometres away, while MIZA - L'Entrepôt (4.8/5) at 6.3 kilometres is worth the short drive for a more refined meal.
Where to stay
La Pagerie - Tropical Garden Hotel (4.4/5) is the obvious first choice — it's 400 metres from the sand and doubles as a nearby dining option. Bambou Resort Martinique (4.1/5) sits just under a kilometre away and offers a more resort-style stay with over 1,800 reviews to back it up.
Photography
The best shots come from the marina end of the beach at golden hour, where the turquoise water catches the light and the moored sailboats frame the background. For something more textured, head to the Fortin de la Pointe du Bout ruins at mid-morning — the stone walls against the coastal backdrop photograph well before the haze builds.
Good to know
Arrive early in the dry season (November to April) to claim a sunbed before the day-trippers pile in — this beach gets busy fast. September and October sit squarely in hurricane season, so avoid planning a trip around those months. The ferry from Fort-de-France is genuinely the better arrival option: it's faster than fighting traffic on the D7 and you step off right into the action. The Fortin de la Pointe du Bout ruins are a short walk away — worth a look before the heat peaks.
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Nearby places
La Savane des Esclaves
Le Zest Bar
Chill
MIZA - L'Entrepôt
La Pagerie - Tropical Garden Hotel
La Pagerie - Tropical Garden Hotel
Hôtel-Pélican.
Bambou Resort Martinique
Karibea Sainte-Luce Hotel
ILOMA - Hotel Corail Résidence
Marina Pointe du Bout
Fortin de la Pointe du Bout
La Savane des Esclaves
Things to see around Les Trois-Îlets
Marina Pointe du Bout
Lively hub with boats, shops, and restaurants.
Fortin de la Pointe du Bout
Historic fort ruins with coastal views.
La Savane des Esclaves
Living history museum showcasing 400 years of Martinique history.
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- Photo 1 — airlines470 · source · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Photo 2 — touzainphilippe · source · CC BY 3.0
- Photo 3 — Alexey Komarov · source · CC BY-SA 4.0