A day dedicated to the sea. If you’re free on Sunday, July 12, be sure to join the Carbet Sea Festival. It’s a chance to celebrate nature for a day in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere, buy some fish, and meet people who know the sea well.
Discover Traditional Fishing
On Sunday, July 12, the town of Carbet will host the Sea and Fishermen’s Festival starting at 5:30 a.m. The event will take place at Grande Anse Beach in Carbet.
The day will begin with a seine haul, or « koud senn », a way to delve into the history of fishing in Martinique by discovering this traditional fishing method. A fish market will be held upon the return of the koud senn around 6:30 a.m. in the auction hall, before a Mass scheduled for 8:00 a.m.
Nature Festival
The Festival of the Sea and Fishermen is also a way to celebrate nature in general, through numerous activities and events related to nature and the environment. At 7 p.m., the fishermen will be honored—this is an opportunity to recognize sustainable and responsible fishing practices carried out with respect for the environment and for future generations.
Throughout the day, visitors will be able to enjoy water sports: pedal boats, kayaks, stand-up paddleboarding, and an introduction to rowing. And participants will be able to experience the sea from a new and festive perspective: with a wide variety of activities, music, a great atmosphere, and a swimsuit and madras parade. The day will conclude at midnight, following the fishermen’s grand ball.
