The Authorities of Guadeloupe Islands has informed us that boaters can no longer use the shortcut through the Riviere Salee as the bridges will remain closed as of now and for an approximate time of more than 1 year.

The bridges need severe maintenance and because there have been some technical defaults where sometimes they have not opened and left users blocked on either side of the bridge, the decision has been made to leave the bridges down until the maintenance is completed.

The Marina Bas-du-Fort manager apologizes for this major inconvenience caused to the visitors who wish to come to Marina Bas-du-Fort, Pointe a Pitre from the north or the south. They now will have to round up the island either by the leeward side (Deshaies, Pigeon Island, Basse-Terre) or Saint Francois, Pointe  des Chateaux to the east. The Marina assures you of  a special welcome gift for the extra effort to come our way.

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