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Parc du Moulin à Vent : patrimoine historique et espace de détente
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Parc du Moulin à Vent : patrimoine historique et espace de détente

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Overview

Located in the municipality of Rémire-Montjoly, French Guiana, the Parc du Moulin à Vent — inaugurated in August 2024 — offers a pleasant natural setting while showcasing an important historical landmark. The windmill, dating from the eighteenth century and listed as a historic monument since 1994, has strong historical ties to the former Loyola plantation.

Why Visit

The park features a 750-metre walking trail around the windmill, accessible to families, sports enthusiasts, and visitors of all ages. Equipped with benches, it also has a multipurpose space suitable for artistic and cultural events: concerts, exhibitions, weddings, and other gatherings can all be organised here.

History

The windmill dates from the eighteenth century and has been listed as a historic monument since 1994. A witness to the colonial era, it is linked to the former Loyola plantation — an emblematic agricultural estate in local history that recalls the plantation era in French Guiana. A full restoration is planned: reinstallation of the sails, reconstruction of the conical roof, and restoration of the internal grinding mechanism. This project is funded by the French State, the European Union, and the Territorial Collectivity of French Guiana.

Practical Information

The park is open daily from 7:00 am to 6:45 pm. The main entrance is on Avenue Jean-Marie Michotte, next to the Territorial Archives of French Guiana and the Montjoly post office. To protect the site, several rules apply: barbecuing, smoking or vaping, consuming alcohol, removing any vegetation (subject to a fine), bringing animals including leashed dogs, and accessing the site with unauthorised motor vehicles are all prohibited. For further information, the Direction de la gestion des espaces communaux of Rémire-Montjoly can be reached on 05 94 35 90 90.

Getting There

The main entrance to the park is on Avenue Jean-Marie Michotte, in Rémire-Montjoly, French Guiana, next to the Territorial Archives of French Guiana and the Montjoly post office. GPS coordinates: 4.9032831, -52.2770912.

Wildlife

What you might see

Species most often reported by naturalists around this place. Nothing is guaranteed: wildlife comes and goes.

  • Tyran quiquivi (Pitangus sulphuratus)Bird
    Tyran quiquivi
    Pitangus sulphuratus
    Photo credit

    © Jan Ebr & Ivana Ebrová, CC BY · taken in Saint-Georges · iNaturalist

  • Tangara évêque (Thraupis episcopus)Bird
    Tangara évêque
    Thraupis episcopus
    Photo credit

    © Jan Ebr & Ivana Ebrová, CC BY · taken in Remire-Montjoly · iNaturalist

  • Merle leucomèle (Turdus leucomelas)Bird
    Merle leucomèle
    Turdus leucomelas
    Photo credit

    © Jan Ebr & Ivana Ebrová, CC BY · taken in Matoury · iNaturalist

  • Urubu noir (Coragyps atratus)Bird
    Urubu noir
    Coragyps atratus
    Photo credit

    © Jan Ebr & Ivana Ebrová, CC BY · taken in Saint-Georges · iNaturalist

Observations: GBIF and iNaturalist. Sources and credits

Getting there

Location

Remire-Montjoly · Guyane
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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Parc du Moulin à Vent?+

The park is open daily from 7:00 am to 6:45 pm.

How old is the windmill?+

The windmill dates from the eighteenth century and has been listed as a historic monument since 1994. It has strong historical ties to the former Loyola plantation.

How long is the walking trail?+

The park features a 750-metre walking trail around the windmill, accessible to families, sports enthusiasts, and visitors of all ages.

What is prohibited in the park?+

Barbecuing, smoking or vaping, consuming alcohol, removing vegetation, bringing animals (including leashed dogs), and accessing the site with unauthorised motor vehicles are all prohibited.

Reviews & comments(1)

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  • WMWarnely M.05 Oct 2026

    Super endroit, j’aime aller pour marcher un peu avec les enfants en attendant qu’il y a moins de soleil pour aller dans le grand parc, car ici il y a beaucoup d’ombre 

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