Blanchisseuse
A village at the end of the north coast road, where the tarmac stops and the wild coast begins.
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Blanchisseuse is where the North Coast Road ends: beyond it there is no through route east along the coast, only a footpath through the forest to Paria and Matelot. The village is strung along the road above a series of beaches, with the Marianne river reaching the sea at one end and a suspension bridge over it. It is the base for walking the coastal trail and for river trips upstream, and accommodation is small guesthouses.
What you actually see
- The road's end - the point where the coastal tarmac stops and the trail begins.
- The Marianne river - the river mouth and the suspension bridge over it.
- The beaches - a series of bays along the village front.
- The coastal trail - the footpath east through forest towards Paria.
When to go
January to May is driest and best for the trail. The wet season makes the path to Paria difficult. Weekends bring day visitors from the city.
Honest expectations
There is no through road east and the trail is the only way on. Facilities are limited to small guesthouses and a few shops. Currents on the beaches are strong and there are no lifeguards.
Nearby
Paria Bay is east on foot, and Las Cuevas is west.
What to pack for Blanchisseuse
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.