Diamond Rock
Rocher du Diamant
A volcanic rock pillar rising 175 meters out of the sea. In 1804, the British navy stationed it as a 'warship', and it is a landmark and dive destination on Martinique's south coast.
Diamond Rock is a basalt islet about 3 kilometers offshore from the southern town of Le Diamant and rises roughly 175 meters high. In 1804, the Royal Navy commissioned it as HMS Diamond Rock, mounting cannons to block the shipping channel. It was not recaptured by the French until more than a year later. Underwater around the island are caves and coral reefs, making it one of the most challenging dive sites. Ordinary visitors can enjoy the view from Grand'Anse du Diamant beach in Le Diamant or from coastal road lookouts. The silhouette of the rock is most striking at sunset. Nearby is the Cap 110 memorial, which commemorates the slave trade.
Opening hours
All day (viewpoint)
Nearby sights
- Cap 110 Memorial (Anse Caffard)
- Les Anses-d'Arlet
- La Savane des Esclaves
- Musée de la Pagerie
- Anse Dufour
- Village de la Poterie
- Anse Noire
- Pointe du Bout & Anse Mitan