Hiking - Solitude

During the descent, the trail winds between the tropical forest of "Bois du Comté" and the agricultural landscapes of "Solitude". An unobstructed view of the bay of Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin !

Named after a mulatto slave girl called Solitude, who went into hiding after slavery returned to Guadeloupe in 1802. She took part in the saga involving Louis Delgrès and fought for freedom, but was ultimately captured. She was executed a day after she gave birth and became a symbol for courage.

Hiking trail colour: yellow

From Morne Mazeau : head out from the forest, starting at the information boards. After 200 metres, keep going straight on to the intersection. At the next intersection, turn left towards "Solitude". Then take on a long descent (around 4 km) into the forest, still in the direction of "Solitude". Once you emerge from the forest, the path then crosses sugar cane fields. Keep going straight downhill over the paved path. Follow the yellow markings and the path through the fields until you come out at the concrete road for "Solitude" (information board and parking area from the start).
To start : go down the road until the first junction (Route RD18). Turn left towards "Desbonnes" and "Caféière". Go as far as the junction on Route RN2 (close to the Grande Anse beach). Turn left, go past the village of Deshaies then join the starting point at Morne Mazeau, returning to your vehicle.
N.B. As this is a circular trail, make sure to leave your vehicle at the start point.

As Guadeloupe is prone to natural risks, extra care should be taken in this natural environment. For the benefit of all hikers, responsible behaviour is very important.
Warning : the parking area is unsupervised.