Grande Saline
On the south coast, behind the old salt ponds that give it its name, Saline beach is one of the island’s most famous — wild, building-free, reached by a short footpath. A handful of well-known restaurants line the road in.

Beaches in this area
- Plage de Saline: A traditionally naturist beach far from everything, reached on foot across the old salt ponds. The most iconic choice for free spirits and l
Restaurants
- L'Esprit: Grande Saline, The island's highest-rated table, in the Saline area. Inventive fine dining in an intimate tropical setting.
- Le Grain de Sel: Grande Saline, Charming Creole bistro on the road to Saline beach. Generous seafood cooking and famous accras, steps from one of the island's most beautifu
- Le Tamarin: Grande Saline, French dining in Saline, set beneath a century-old tamarind tree. One of the island's most sought-after settings for a shaded lunch.
Groceries
- RD - Ramos Distribution: Grande Saline, Grocery store at Les Mancenilliers, Grande Saline, open late afternoon/evening and on weekends.
Frequently asked questions
- What can you find in Grande Saline?
- The guide lists 4 places and 1 beach in Grande Saline. By category: restaurants and bars (3); grocery stores, wine shops and bakeries (1).
- Which beaches are in Grande Saline?
- Grande Saline has 1 beach in the guide: Plage de Saline (moderate access).
- Where to eat in Grande Saline?
- Grande Saline has 3 places in the Restaurants category: L'Esprit, Le Grain de Sel and Le Tamarin.
- Where to buy groceries in Grande Saline?
- Grande Saline has 1 place in the Groceries category: RD - Ramos Distribution.
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