The ruins of an 18th-century Swedish fort perched on the hill above Gustavia's Shell Beach. A short climb leads to panoramic views of the harbor, the town's red rooftops, and the islands of Saba and St Eustatius on the horizon.
17.8980°N, 62.8560°W
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The most secluded beach on St Barths, accessible only by boat or a 30-minute hillside trail from Flamands. The pristine white-sand cove with crystal-clear snorkeling and no development is often called the island's best-kept secret.
The picturesque capital with a natural deep-water harbor lined with luxury yachts, red-roofed Swedish colonial buildings, and upscale boutiques. Named after King Gustav III of Sweden who once owned the island.
A dramatic crescent of golden sand framed by green hills, with no buildings in sight. Reached by a steep road from Gustavia, this south-facing beach offers calm swimming conditions and striking beauty.
