Route de la Trace
Route de la Trace (highway N3) runs north from Fort-de-France through the interior rain forest to Mont Pelée. This route was originally cut by the Jesuits in the 1600s. There are a number of hiking trails off of this road.
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Balata Church
Balata Church is a small size replica of Sacré-Coeur Basilica in France. Located on a hill outside of Fort-de-France, the area offers good views over the city and surrounding country.
Morne Rouge, Martinique
Morne Rouge is a small town near Mont Pelée. It was once known for its high concentration of wealthy homes. On August 30, 1902 a large pyroclastic flow buried Morne Rouge killing almost 1,500 people. The town is now a pilgrimage site, with followers congregating at the church here each Aug. 30 to pay homage to the Virgin and commemorate the 1902 eruption.
The volcanic soil in this area is a reddish color, contributing to the town's name.
The volcanic soil in this area is a reddish color, contributing to the town's name.
