Landmark· Basse-Terre· Leeward Islands
Fort Delgres
15° 59.3′ N · 61° 43.4′ W
The 17th-century fortress above Basse-Terre town, renamed after Louis Delgres, who held out here against Napoleon's troops in 1802 rather than accept the restoration of slavery; guided visits explain the colonial and resistance history.
Practical
Position from Wikipedia. A short taxi ride or a 20-30 minute walk from Marina de Riviere-Sens. Check opening days locally.
Best for
History stop near Riviere-Sens