Cap à l'Aigle
A headland trail northeast of Saint-Pierre that follows the cliffs with views of Grand Colombier Island and the Atlantic, where seabirds and whales are often seen.
Cap à l’Aigle lies on the coast about 3 km north of Saint-Pierre and is one of the island’s most popular hiking routes. A path leads north from town through low scrub and peat moorland to a rocky headland overlooking the sea. Close by is Grand Colombier Island, a seabird nesting ground, and in summer you may be lucky enough to see humpback whales blowing offshore. The round trip takes about 2–3 hours. The ground is mostly rocky and slippery, so wear waterproof hiking boots and watch for dense fog.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Île aux Marins
- Pointe aux Canons Lighthouse
- Anse à Henry
- Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Zazpiak Bat Fronton
- Saint-Pierre Town & Harbour
- Musée Héritage
- Grand Colombier