Fort Desaix is a Vauban fort and one of four forts that protect Fort-de-France, the capital of Martinique. The fort was built from 1768 to 1772 and sits on a hill, Morne Garnier, overlooking what was then Fort Royal.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Fort-de-France and Le Lamentin.

Fort-de-France

Photo: Jean-Louis Lascoux, CC BY-SA 3.0.

Fort-de-France is the largest city in and capital of Martinique. The center, which is always somewhat crowded, extends to the seaside promenade where multiple bars and restaurants are in a typically French atmosphere.

Le Lamentin

Town

Photo: Maxime ✈, CC BY-SA 2.0.

Le Lamentin is a city and town, located in the French overseas department and region of Martinique. With its area of 62.32 km2, it is the town with the largest area in Martinique. Le Lamentin is situated 8 km east of Godissard.

Godissard

Type: Locality
Location: Martinique, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, North America
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Latitude

14.63619° or 14° 38′ 10″ north

Longitude

-61.06931° or 61° 4′ 10″ west

Elevation

161 metres (528 feet)

Open location code

776WJWPJ+F7

GeoNames ID

11632584

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Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

“Godissard” goes by many names.

French: “Godissard”

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Quartier la Fontaine and Tourtet.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include La Rodate and Morne la Pirogue.

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