Quand le Fort Cépérou a-t-il été construit ?

Sa construction commence en 1652 par Charles Poncet de Brétigny, qui achète la colline aux Indiens Galibis ; il est alors nommé Fort Saint-Michel.

Où se situe le Fort Cépérou ?

Il se trouve sur le Mont Cépérou, près de la Place des Palmistes, au centre-ville de Cayenne, accessible à pied ou en voiture.

Que peut-on voir depuis le Fort Cépérou ?

Le fort offre une vue sur la ville de Cayenne, la rivière de Cayenne et l'océan Atlantique, ainsi que des vestiges d'anciennes fortifications du XVIIe siècle.

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Le fort Cépérou

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Overview

Fort Céperou is a historic site in Cayenne, French Guiana, established on Mont Céperou, a hill overlooking the city and the mouth of the Cayenne river. Today a listed historic monument, it is open to the public.

Why Visit

The fort offers sweeping views over the city of Cayenne, the Cayenne river, and the Atlantic Ocean. It is also an archaeological site: excavations have uncovered the remains of ancient fortifications dating from the 17th century, bearing witness to the eventful history of French Guiana.

History

Construction of the fort began in 1652 by Frenchman Charles Poncet de Brétigny, who purchased the hill from the Galibi people; it was then named Fort Saint-Michel and intended to protect the city from attack. The fort was seized by the Dutch in 1664, then by the French in 1676. Rebuilt in the 18th century, it was converted into a prison in the 19th century.

Getting There

The fort is accessible on foot or by car. It is located near the Place des Palmistes in downtown Cayenne.

Getting there

Location

Cayenne · Guyane

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Frequently asked questions

When was Fort Céperou built?+

Construction began in 1652 by Charles Poncet de Brétigny, who purchased the hill from the Galibi people; it was then named Fort Saint-Michel.

Where is Fort Céperou?+

It stands on Mont Céperou, near the Place des Palmistes in downtown Cayenne, accessible on foot or by car.

What can you see from Fort Céperou?+

The fort offers views over the city of Cayenne, the Cayenne river, and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the remains of ancient 17th-century fortifications.