Petit-Canal is a commune situated on the west coast of Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe. This region offers a varied landscape, encompassing coastal stretches, sugar cane plantations, and mangrove swamps, with the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin lagoon nearby. These natural features provide a setting for several outdoor sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Petit-Canal, a selection of 4 routes is available across various sports. More than 1,000 visitors…
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4.9
(52)
791
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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241
hikers
13.6km
03:27
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62
hikers
7.56km
01:57
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
54.9km
02:21
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.0km
01:46
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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59.2km
02:34
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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43.1km
01:51
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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33.5km
02:20
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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36.0km
02:38
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.0km
02:28
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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99.4km
05:58
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
97.7km
06:02
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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87.8km
05:06
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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51.6km
03:42
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Petit-Canal offers a range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Touring cycling. The region's landscape features coastal areas, sugar cane plantations, and mangrove swamps. Water biking is also a unique activity available in the area.
There are 4 routes available in Petit-Canal on komoot. These routes cover various sports, including 1 hiking route and 3 mountain biking routes. More than 1,600 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Routes in Petit-Canal have an average rating of 4.16 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 150 users who have completed routes in the region.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for Petit-Canal to help plan outdoor adventures. Guides are available for Hiking around Petit-Canal, MTB Trails around Petit-Canal, Road Cycling Routes around Petit-Canal, and Cycling around Petit-Canal.
Hiking terrain in Petit-Canal can include coastal paths, areas near sugar cane plantations, and paths through mangrove swamps. The region also features a landscaped park with local plant species and a dry forest. Historical remnants may also be encountered.
Petit-Canal features significant historical landmarks related to its past. These include the Slave Markets, a monumental flight of steps, and monuments commemorating the region's history, such as an eternal flame monument to the unknown slave.
Petit-Canal offers mountain biking opportunities with 3 dedicated MTB routes available on komoot. These trails traverse the varied landscapes of the region. More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Petit-Canal guide.
Road cycling routes in Petit-Canal often wind through sugar cane plantations and along coastal areas. Cyclists can explore the region's diverse scenery on paved roads. The Road Cycling Routes around Petit-Canal guide provides detailed information.
Prominent natural features in Petit-Canal include its coastal location, mangrove swamps, and proximity to the Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin lagoon. The area also has a landscaped park showcasing over 500 local plant species, including medicinal plants.
The official website for the municipality of Petit-Canal is https://www.petit-canal.fr. This site provides information about local services and attractions.
The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Petit-Canal is +590 5 90 22 62 04. This number can be used for general inquiries about the commune.

