History and Heritage of Martinique

If you follow the sports news of Martinique, you have probably already heard of the Tour des Yoles. Otherwise, in a few words, it is a nautical competition taking place, outside the health crisis, every year and which consists of a skiff race around the island for several days. But what is the Martinican skiff? What are its origins, its particularities?

The Cap Martinique, an epic maritime adventure from France to Martinique. Discover the daring challenge of the skippers, the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean and the passion of sailing.

Distilleries are part of Martinique's heritage. You will be able to visit them easily thanks to one of the vehicles offered by Europcar Martinique. There are seven active distilleries in Martinique producing agricultural rum. During your stay, don't miss to visit one of the 5 essential distilleries...

Every year, this major sporting event attracts top-level cyclists as well as enthusiastic amateurs, all eager to take up the challenge of covering Martinique's winding and demanding roads. Come and discover it with us!

You are planning your trip to Martinique: for the gourmets it is also the occasion to discover tropical fruits that you cannot find in France. But be careful, each fruit has its season: we give you all our tricks for an optimal tasting.

Visiting Martinique in February ? Discover the program of the Carnival 2023 in Martinique! A party not to be missed! Every year, the Martinique carnival attracts more and more tourists. So remember to book your Europcar Martinique rental car several months in advance.

A major sailing event, the TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR 2025 will set sail from Le Havre to Martinique. As an official partner, Europcar Martinique is supporting this human and maritime adventure.

The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Martinique will take place on September 21 and 22, with the theme “Patrimoine des itinéraires, des réseaux et des connexions”. Visitors will be able to explore historic sites usually closed to the public, such as Fort Saint-Louis and the Volcanological Observatory.

Explore the maritime excitement of the Transat Jacques Vabre and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of this world-renowned sailing adventure. Discover the top sailing teams and follow the thrill of the competition as the yachts vie for victory in this iconic event.

The UNESCO World Heritage sites of Montagne Pelée and Pitons de la Martinique form an impressive duo in the heart of the Caribbean, testifying to the power of nature and the geological history of this tropical island.

An inevitable component of Creole culture, Martinican cuisine is one of its tastiest representatives. Spices, tropical fruits, local fish and meats, as many flavors as surprises. Discover our top 5 typical Martinican cooking recipes.

Visiting Martinique is not only a question of beaches and coconut trees. The island benefits from a remarkable cultural and historical heritage which is revealed, among others, in its numerous museums. Some of them are to be missed under no circumstances as they testify of the history and specificities of the archipelago.