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Forte de France

Location: Martinique
Lat / Lon: N 14° 36.022' / W 061° 04.071'
Depth: 8
Description:
An exposed achorage with good holding. Keep clear of the ferry lane. Boats tend to be tightly packed in. Plenty of boat wakes and waves if the wind blows. Arriving and departing cruise ship prop wash spins boats around randomly so be prepared to fend off as the anchored boats swing.
DISCLAIMER: Before committing to an anchorage, you should confirm that the location is not governed by a regulation that may conflict with your plans. An increasing number of states and municipalities are enacting laws that define where and how long you may anchor.

Holding:

5.00

Good

Wind Protection:

2.00

Current Flow:

2.00

Wake Protection:

1.00

Scenic Beauty:

2.00

Ease of Shopping:

4.00

Shore Access:

5.00

Excellent dinghy breakwater.

Review for Forte de France

Reviewed by: Tom Allison on Feb 19, 2025
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

2

Current Flow:

2

Wake Protection:

1

Scenic Beauty:

2

Ease of Shopping:

4

Shore Access:

5

We spent four nights here as we needed to provision, and this is a good port for that. Waves and wind were constant and strong. Boat wakes from ferries and other traffic forced us to remain locked down as if we were on a long passage. Holding is good and we bit on the first try after a little dragging. We watched other boats experience the same. There is an excellent break water you can secure your dinghy at when going to shore. The waterfront amenities are cruise ship typical. Stores we needed were far enough away we took a cab. Over two days it cost 100 euros. But with the confusing street layouts and not speaking or reading French it was the correct choice for us. Stores carry good selection on par with any shops in the USA. No services. Now for the worst... Every time a cruise ship comes into or leaves port the prop wash spins all the boat in different directions regardless of wind and current. Be on board and stay alert to protect your boat and others from accidental contact at those times. If it wasn't for access to provisions, I would not bother.

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