Watersport· Martinique· Windward Islands
Anse Michel Kitesurf (Cap Chevalier)
14° 26.3′ N · 60° 49.5′ W
One of Martinique's most beautiful beaches and a renowned kite spot. Riders work the turquoise zone between Cap Chevalier and Îlet Chevalier.
Practical
Position is from OSM (Plage de l'Anse Michel). vvanat rates it a spot for experienced kiters because of shallows and strong winds. Kiting runs between the cape and Îlet Chevalier. The car park here is the trailhead for the northern end of the Trace des Caps, with an observation tower overlooking Îlet Chevalier (Visorando).
Best for
Experienced kiters
Season
Trade-wind season, December to June
Nearby
- Chez Gracieuse (Cap Chevalier)0.2 NM away
- Cap Chevalier and Îlet Chevalier Day Anchorage0.4 NM away
- Baie des Anglais Anchorage1.4 NM away
- Îlets de Sainte-Anne Nature Reserve (seabird islets)1.5 NM away
- Anse Trabaud Beach2.1 NM away
- Cul-de-Sac Ferré Anchorage2.1 NM away
- Le Rameau de Champfleury - Chez Louise (Cap Champfleury)2.1 NM away
- Le Marin Cyclone Holes (anchoring only on hurricane alert)2.8 NM away