Morne Fortune
Morne Fortune (Fort Charlotte)
A hill south of Castries, home to fort ruins the British and French fought over, the grave of Nobel laureate poet Derek Walcott, and sweeping views over the capital's harbor.
Morne Fortune rises about 260 meters above sea level. In the 18th century, the British and French repeatedly fought over it. The ruins of Fort Charlotte on the summit now house a college campus, with gun emplacements preserved and a memorial to the Inniskilling Fusiliers of the British army. Poet Derek Walcott is also buried here. The viewpoints overlook Castries Harbor, cruise ships, and Pigeon Island in the distance. It is about a 15-minute drive from downtown Castries and is often visited together with the Central Market and the Cathedral.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Derek Walcott Square
- Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
- Castries Market
- Pointe Seraphine
- Marigot Bay
- Choc Beach
- Rainforest Adventures St. Lucia
- Millet Bird Sanctuary Trail