Chateaubriand Bay & Wé
Baie de Châteaubriand
The large bay on which the capital Wé sits, with a long beach, seafront promenade and Wé market, the hub for lodging, supplies and everyday swimming.
Baie de Châteaubriand is a large curved bay on Lifou's east coast, with several kilometres of white sand stretching from Wé to Lœcila. The water is calm and good for swimming and walking. Wé is the capital of Lifou and seat of the Loyalty Islands Province government. It has a port, banks, supermarkets and several hotels, making it the main base for independent travellers and car rental. The Wé market sells local fruit, vegetables, vanilla and cooked food, offering a glimpse of everyday tribal life. Around Lœcila there are also traditional Kanak huts that operate as guesthouses. Wé is about 20 minutes' drive from the airport.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Maison de la Vanille
- Peng Beach
- Kiki Beach
- Notre-Dame de Lourdes Chapel (Easo)
- Easo Beach & Santal Bay
- Jinek Bay
- Church of St Francis Xavier (Easo)
- Les Joyaux de Luengoni