Gros Piton

#9 among destinations in Saint Lucia

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain, Unesco

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The Pitons are two mountainous volcanic plugs, volcanic spires, located in Saint Lucia. Gros Piton is 798.25 m high and Petit Piton is 743 m high; they are linked by the Piton Mitan ridge. The Pitons are a World Heritage Site, 2,909 ha in size, and located near the town of Soufrière. ()

Alternative names: Unesco: from 2004Area: 11.23 mi²Coordinates: 13°48'0"N, 61°4'0"W

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ChoiseulSaint Lucia

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Gros Piton – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pitons, Qualibou, Petit Piton, St. Lucia Botanical Gardens.

0.7 miN
, Nature, Natural attraction
Pitons
18 min walk • Rising majestically from the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, the Pitons of Saint Lucia are not only a breathtaking sight but also a geological wonder. These two volcanic spires, known individually as Gros Piton and Petit Piton, dominate the landscape of the...
2.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Qualibou
75 min walk • Qualibou, also known as the Sulphur Springs, is an intriguing volcanic complex located on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. This caldera, a large volcanic crater formed by a major eruption leading to the collapse of the mouth of the volcano, is renowned for its...
2.3 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Petit Piton
59 min walk • The Pitons are two mountainous volcanic plugs, volcanic spires, located in Saint Lucia. Gros Piton is 798.25 m high and Petit Piton is 743 m high; they are linked by the Piton Mitan ridge. The Pitons are a World Heritage Site, 2,909 ha in size, and located near the town of Soufrière.
3.8 miN
Waterfall, Garden, Park
St. Lucia Botanical Gardens, Soufriere
98 min walk • Nestled in the verdant heart of Soufriere, Saint Lucia, the St. Lucia Botanical Gardens is a tropical paradise that offers an enchanting experience to its visitors. Also known as the Diamond Botanical Gardens, this lush retreat is renowned for its vibrant collection of...
5.6 miNE
Natural attraction, Park, Mountain
Mount Gimie
143 min walk • Mount Gimie is the tallest mountain on the island of Saint Lucia. It is located in the Canries District on the west side of Saint Lucia. The mountain's peak reaches 950 m.
4.9 miN
Beach
Anse Mamin, Soufriere
127 min walk • Anse Mamin is bay on the coast with a small black sand beach in Soufrière District, Saint Lucia. It is located near Anse Chastanet and the two beaches are linked by a rocky path below the cliffs. Anse Mamin offers 12 kilometres of wooded trails.
3.4 miN
13°50'52"N • 61°3'25"W
Coubaril, Soufriere
86 min walk • Adventure park, Horseback riding tours, Historical place
3.8 miN
Neighbourhood
Soufrière Estate, Soufriere
97 min walk • Soufrière Estate, located on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia, was originally established in 1713 as a 2,000-acre estate granted to three Devaux brothers for services to King Louis XIV of France. Later on, mineral springs were discovered and were used as restorative baths by the French soldiers.
5 miSE
Village
Laborie District
129 min walk • Laborie District is one of 10 districts of the Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia. According to the 2002 census, the population of the Quarter was 7,414 people. The village of Laborie is located about 27 km south of Castries, the nation's capital.
5.8 miSE
Village
Laborie
149 min walk • One of the main attractions in Laborie is its stunning beaches. Visitors can relax on the soft, white sands of Laborie Beach and take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. The beach is also a popular spot for water sports such as...
2.1 miSE
Locality
Choiseul
55 min walk • Choiseul was originally known as Anse Citron, and an independent parish was established in 1765. In 1769 a census was done and recorded 75 whites, 25 free coloured, 512 negroes and 69 estates in Choiseul.