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One Day In Willemstad, The Netherlands: Explore Things To Do In This Fortified Village In Noord- Brabant

One of the best destinations to visit in Noord (North)- Brabant, The Netherlands, is the small town of Willemstad. When you’re thinking of spending one day in Willemstad, then this article will help you with that. From things to do in Willemstad to hidden gems in the surroundings of this small Dutch town. This travel blog about Willemstad (Noord- Brabant) will tell you everything you need to know when you travel to Willemstad.

The region of Willemstad is filled with unusual places to visit in The Netherlands, plus exploring the fortified city itself is an absolute must do. I hope that you will find this blog on the best things to do in Willemstad, The Netherlands, useful.

Whether you plan to visit Willemstad for its beautiful streets and buildings or to discover other attractions the town of Willemstad is one of the places to see in the south of The Netherlands. Do remember that Willemstad is not part of Holland, but is found in the Noord (North)- Brabant province. The locals will thank you for your efforts.

There are always people who wonder ‘Is Willemstad worth visiting’, and I always like to remind you that if it weren’t, it wouldn’t be published here. But of course, everyone’s interests are different, but I personally think that this Willemstad city guide will show you why you must visit one of the cutest towns in The Netherlands. Especially since it’s filled with cool things to do. Now, let’s get on with the landmarks and other things to see in 24 hours in Willemstad.

Things to do in one day in Willemstad: Discover the best small town to visit in Noord (North)- Brabant, The Netherlands

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Tourism in Willemstad is definitely there, but mainly around noon and the afternoon during high season (July & August). And it’s not like there are people flooding to this town, there will be a few people yes. Beyond those months, the centre and outskirts of Willemstad are even more calm than during summer.

There a quite a few sights in Willemstad that you need to add to your itinerary, but luckily this travel guide for Willemstad will show you all the must sees, best activities and landmarks to see in one day.

History and facts about Willemstad, Noord- Brabant

The small town of Willemstad, Noord (North)- Brabant, is one of the best destinations to visit in The Netherlands. The population in the city of Willemstad is around 3000 inhabitants. This small town in Noord (North)- Brabant is located between the villages of Fijnaart and Numansdorp. Willemstad is also a perfect day trip from cities such as Breda. 

The history of inhabitation in the area of Willemstad dates back to thousands of years ago. In 1968, construction workers of the Delta Works in The Netherlands found a 6500-year-old figurine made of oakwood. It is called ‘Mannetje van Willemstad’, or the man of Willemstad. It was found in a thick layer of peat at a depth of 8 metres, between the remains of the roots of an oak tree. They think that during the time the little sculpture was made, it was put between the roots on purpose to conserve the statue for the future family. And because the sea-level had risen a lot after that time, it was easily conserved. 

People first weren’t too sure whether the figure was real, because there were no other examples. But during the years after the finding, several other statues were found, so no one has any doubt whether it’s real or fake. The function of the figurine of Willemstad isn’t clear. It could have been a toy, but could also be a part of a ritual celebration, etc.

The thousands of year after that, the inhabitation in the region of Willemstad, Noord (North)- Brabant, didn’t become permanent until the middle of the 16th century. The town of Ruigenhil (which later became Willemstad) was founded in the region that was made a polder by the marquis of  Bergen op Zoom . On the 17th of June 1583, the Spanish occupied the town of Steenbergen which is found near Ruigenhil. After that, Ruigenhil was made a fortified town by William of Orange, or Willem van Oranje in Dutch. 

After Willem van Oranje died in 1584, his son (Prins Maurits) gave Ruigenhil city rights in 1585. But that’s not all. Because when Willem was murdered in 1584, everyone started to call Ruigenhill ‘Willems stad’, or Williams city. And in 1585, the name Ruigenhil was officially changed into Willemstad.

Prince Maurits then gave the assignment of expanding the fortifications of Willemstad to Adriaen Anthonisz, who was well-known for its spectacular fortresses in The Netherlands. It was shaped into the current shape of the seven pointy stars fortress of Willemstad. The bastions on the tips of the stars were each named after one of the seven provinces that were standing united against the Spanish.

The first official protestant church in The Netherlands, which was specially built for protestant church services, was also built in Willemstad. The Koepelkerk was built in 1607, with financial support from Prins Maurits, but it had to be either round or octagonal shaped. Then in 1623, Prince Maurits assigned the building of the Princehof, which is currently Mauritshuis. That building was the town hall of the municipality of Willemstad until it combined with the municipality of Moerdijk in 1997. The Dutch Royal family is still connected to Willemstad, one of the titles of King Willem- Alexander is Lord of Willemstad.

Willemstad withstood a siege by the French in 1793 but eventually was handed over to the French after Bergen op Zoom was occupied. In the 19th century, King Louis Napoleon visited on the 27th and 28th of April 1809. Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte visited on the 4th of October 1811. He also assigned the building of the powder house, or ammunition storage building, in Willemstad. Then during the English invasion, the French built two fortresses south of Willemstad: Fort Sabina Henrica and Fort De Hel.

In 1874, Willemstad became a vital part of the Stelling van het Hollandsch Diep en het Volkerak. This line of fortifications was meant to protect the Holland part of The Netherlands, against foreign troops from Brabant who wanted to cross the water at the Hollandsch Diep. 

In May 1940, there were a few Dutch militaries found in Willemstad to defend the nearby ferry crossing. On the 14th of May 1940, the Germans arrived to scout the area, and a short fight was only needed to occupy the town of Willemstad. The Germans took advantage of the fortifications of Willemstad and built several casemates on the ramparts of Willemstad.

On the 30th of May 1940, a barge ran into a German magnetic mine and sunk. On the ship, there were Belgian military who were imprisoned by the Germans and were on their way to be transported to Germany. The German report stated that 167 Belgians died, but the number is way higher. Most of them are buried on a special cemetery near the harbour of Willemstad.

Where to stay in Willemstad

Finding accommodation in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant, isn’t that difficult. The only downside is that there aren’t a lot of hotels or B&B’s in this small town of Willemstad, so during summer (which is high season in The Netherlands) these places to stay in Willemstad are booked more often. So, book on time is essentially my best tip. Discover the best hotels in Willemstad (North- Brabant) below.

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Best restaurants in Willemstad

In Willemstad there are actually a lot of cafes and restaurants. This small town in Noord- Brabant has everything you’re searching for. So, I’m giving you a couple of recommendations below.

A great breakfast cafe in Willemstad is Bij Betsie , especially if you’re fan of great coffee. Restaurant Vista is incredible for both an amazing lunch and dinner in Willemstad. Restaurant Rosmolen is a great lunch- and dinner restaurant in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant, as well. And I would also recommend you to have a look at Cuarto Ocho Restobar Español in Willemstad.

With these great restaurant recommendations for Willemstad, Noord- Brabant, you can honestly not go wrong with these. Whichever restaurant or cafe you end up choosing during your day in Willemstad, North- Brabant, your tastebuds will be fine.

What to do in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant, The Netherlands

If you’re looking for places to visit in Willemstad, then this part of the article will be more than helpful. Whether you’re looking for what to do and see in Willemstad, or where to go on a weekend, I will tell you everything you need to do in Willemstad here.

Free walking tour in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant

A walking tour through a new town is always a great idea, especially since its an excellent introduction and you will gain some information about this city in North- Brabant. Now, there are no free walking tours in Willemstad, as it’s pretty small, so I created my own for you.

We will start our sightseeing tour through Willemstad at Hofstraat 1 , which is also named the Mauritshuis. It was built in 1623, in the assignment of Prince Maurits, who was the son of William of Orange. The building was made to use it as a country house and hunting lodge, and it was named Prinsenhof. After Prins Maurits died in 1625, the governor of Willemstad obtained the building and used it as housing.

During the French occupation in 1793, the French army bombed the building which left it heavily damaged. In 1808, the building was even more in decay due to heavy storms and several parts of the building were removed. In around 1827, the building was made it liveable again and shortly after a military hospital was located here.

From 1907 until 1956, this building was used by the Royal Military as barracks. During that time, some of them also lived with their family in the building. After the military left, the building was used by three families (not connected to the military). And in 1967, the building was eventually bought from the Dutch government by the municipality of Willemstad. They restored the entire complex to perfect conditions. On the 15th of December 1973, the building was officially opened as the town hall of the municipality of Willemstad. To honour Prins Maurits, the building has been named the Mauritshuis. It stopped to be the town hall when several districts combined their forces in 1997.

Now you will make your way to  Hofstraat  and then onwards to  Bastion Zeeland . After that, you will walk to  Bastion Holland  (this resembles the region Holland, which was when the two provinces Noord- Holland & Zuid- Holland were still one part) and then go to  Raadhuisstraat 18 . Here you will see several dyke houses that date back to the beginning of the 1900s.

Then continue your free walking tour in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant, to  Benedenkade 6 . This is where you can find the arsenal, or one of the military buildings, in Willemstad. This building was made in 1792 and designed by Philip Willem Schonck. After Willemstad, as a fortified city was lifted in 1926, the arsenal was still used to store military goods for quite some decades after that. By the end of the 1960s, this building was sold, and that owner renovated the arsenal which was finished in 1973. It’s been in use for social and cultural activities ever since. The head of Medusa, on the gate, was used to scare away unwanted visitors.

Now go to  Benedenkade 4 . Here you will see a guardhouse, which is housed near a water gate and dates back to the 18th century. Then continue on  Benedenkade  and go to  d’Orangemolen . You cannot visit this Dutch windmill in Willemstad, as it is currently a house, but what is interesting to know is that this windmill was built on the assignment of the Nassause Domeinraad to replace an earlier mill that was built in 1584. This executive board managed the estates of the family Oranje- Nassau (which is the current Royal Family).

After that, you will walk to  Bovenkade 3 . Here you see two connected warehouses that are dating back to the beginning of the 1800s. This is the old town hall and church in Willemstad. It was built in renaissance style in 1587. Initially, Prince Maurits of Orange wanted both a church and a town hall to be made in the small town of Willemstad, but during those times, funds had run low. That’s why they designed a multifunctional town hall, which could also be used to held church services. The big bell that’s found in the tower of the old town hall in Willemstad dates back to the end of the 12th century, which makes it the oldest bell of that type in the province of Noord- Brabant. It was captured by the Germans to make it into bullets in 1943. But luckily this didn’t happen, and the bell was back into its tower in 1945.

Then walk to  Voorstraat  and  Voorstraat 26 . Both Voorstraat 24 as 26 was a former orphanage and date back to around 1775. Now walk to  Landpoortstraat  and then towards  Kerkkring 19 . This is the main church in Willemstad and the first official protestant church in The Netherlands that was built for protestant church services. Construction started in 1597 and finished in 1607. It was made with financial support from Prince Maurits, but with that came the fact that the church had to be either round or octagonal shaped to get that support. It was designed by Adriaan de Muyr, Coenraat Norenburch and Andries de Rooij.

When Ruigenhil (which later changed in Willemstad) was first found in 1565, it didn’t have any church. A cemetery was placed at the end of the Voorstraat to built a Catholic church one day. But that didn’t happen, obviously, because when the Sea Beggars occupied the town of Ruigenhil, everyone had to become protestant. The definite church for Catholics in Willemstad, Heilige Maagd Mariakerk, was only finished in 1875.

It was restored in 1770, but the French damaged it by firing weapons at it in 1793. Then during the Second World War, this church was destroyed in November 1944. When it was restored after that, a fire broke out during work and repairs. After that, the church was rebuilt again and obtained some inventory from other churches in the country. 

You can visit this Koepelkerk in Willemstad from the beginning of May until the beginning of October every Saturday from 14:00- 17:00. You can climb its tower and see a beautiful view from the fortified town of Willemstad and its surroundings.

It’s also opened on the second Pentecost from 11:00- 17:00 and Open monument day (10:00- 17:00).

After that you will walk to  Achterstraat ,  Molenpad ,  Kerkkring ,  Hofstraat  and  Groenstraat . Groenstraat is the end of your Willemstad walking tour.

Get the full map & Willemstad walking route 

Best museums in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant

The Mauritshuis is home to both the VVV, or tourist information, of Willemstad and a museum. In the years 2019- 2021, the entire building is going to be changed into a multifunctional visitors centre to learn about the defence lines, Willemstad and the Mauritshuis itself.

Walk on the fortifications of Willemstad

The ramparts in Willemstad, Noord (North)- Brabant, are found all around the city. It gives you a completely different perspective of this Dutch town in Noord- Brabant, as well as from its surroundings. One of the things that has surprised me is how well the paths are taken care of, which makes walking there even better. It’s definitely one of the things you need to do when you’re spending one day in Willemstad, Noord- Brabant.

Belgian cemetery in Willemstad

As I’ve told you in the ‘history & facts’ part of this itinerary for Willemstad, Noord (North)- Brabant, hundreds of Belgian prisoners died when a ship ran into a magnetic mine. While the Germans said that 167 people had died, the real number is way higher than that. Most of them have their final resting place at the Erekerkhof nearby the harbour of Willemstad, The Netherlands, which you can visit.

Visit the weekly market in Willemstad

If you want to discover what Willemstad has to offer on its market, then you would love to visit this small town in the province of Noord (North)- Brabant on Monday afternoon from 13:00- 16:00. Explore and buy local products and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the village.

Things to do in the surroundings of Willemstad, The Netherlands

Discover the defence line & fortresses nearby willemstad.

There are several fortresses, nearby Willemstad, that you can visit and most of them have at least a restaurant or cafe to sit for some bites and drinks. Not all of them are a museum, but you can definitely walk around these fortresses in the western part of Noord- Brabant. Quite a few of these Dutch fortresses in The Netherlands are closed from the beginning of October until the beginning of spring, so keep that in mind.

• Fort Sabina:  This fortress is free to visit during opening times and is also nicknamed the ‘green fortress’, because of its 12 hectares green space. It was built in the assignment of Napoleon and is found in Heijningen. Every last Sunday afternoon of the month, there are guided tours (at around 14:00).
• Fort De Hel:  This fortress is found just outside the town of Willemstad and was built during the French time in The Netherlands at the beginning of the 19th century. The surroundings of this fortress in The Netherlands are great for walking.
• Fort Buitensluis:  You can explore the area of the fortress by foot. During opening times you can go on a guided tour through this fortress in west Brabant, plus there is a beautiful roof terrace which gives you a spectacular view on its surroundings and the water of the Hollandsch Diep with the city of Willemstad on the other side. ‘On the other side?’ Yes, you need to go on a little  ferry ride to reach this Dutch fortress  in Noord (North)- Brabant. This fortress is found in Numansdorp
• Fort Prins Frederik:  This fortress is currently (2020) being renovated and restored into original glory. You can still go for a walk around the area of the fort, which is always a lovely sight. Plus, it’s very nice to see how much work they have already put in this fortress (it was in a terrible state). After it’s been completely renovated, a restaurant or cafe will be housed in a part of the fort, and we will see what they’re going to do with the rest of it. It’s located on Ooltgensplaat, not too far away from Willemstad.
• Fort Bovensluis:  This fortress is also close to Willemstad and was built between 1861 and 1862. Nowadays you can eat or drink at its restaurant, don’t forget to sit on their terrace for a beautiful view, and you can also walk around the area.

Explore nature reserves near Willemstad

Willemstad is located in the middle of the Dutch countryside and exploring nature reserves is one of the things you need to when you’re in The Netherlands. Dutch nature has many forms, sizes and shapes and near the city of Willemstad you can find many Dutch nature reserves, but these three below are my favourites.

Natuurgebied Buitengorzen

This nature reserve is found next to the bank of the Hollandsch Diep and located between Klundert and Willemstad. It’s around 208 hectares and mostly exists out of (wet) meadows and reeds banks, which is a typical Dutch landscape. A lot of rare flora and fauna is found in this nature reserve.

Dintelse Gorzen

This is a nature reserve that is around 20 kilometres away from Willemstad, which is easily reached by bike. It’s about 539 hectares and found on the south bank of the Volkerak. This nature reserve is named after the river the Dintel, even though this river is not found in this nature reserve. The area has been named since the 15th century. During that time, people wanted to place dykes around this area, but because the current was too strong, this didn’t happen. The tides disappeared from this region after a dyke was finished in 1987. However, due to the history of this area, fertile soil in a salty landscape, there is a lot of diverse flora and fauna to be found here. It’s also part of one of the long-distance walking paths in The Netherlands: Floris V-path.  

Tonnekreek en de Kleine Ton

Found between the town of Klundert and Willemstad is the Tonnekreek. You can walk through beautiful Dutch polders, with the little creeks that are found everywhere. It’s the perfect location to get ‘lost’ in your thoughts.

Cycle around the fortresses in Willemstad and its surroundings

There is a unique cycling route that will show you some of the best of the surroundings of Willemstad and its fortresses. The  website is in Dutch , but you will be able to understand the gist if you use a translating tool. You will cross the river  Hollandsch Diep with a ferry  a few times and will discover countless beautiful places in Noord (North)- Brabant.

Rent bikes and cycle in the surroundings of Willemstad

There is one  bike shop in Willemstad , Noord- Brabant that has bike rental. Their website that I’ve linked to is in Dutch, but translating won’t be difficult with one of the handy tools. Don’t forget to ask them for great cycling routes in the region of Willemstad, because they have great tips. Also, always make sure you have a passport or legitimate id with you to rent bikes.

See the biggest sluices in Europe near Willemstad

Willemstad is found at the banks of the Hollandsch Diep river, but not far away from this town in Noord (North)- Brabant is split in Volkerak and Haringvliet. Through the Volkerak sluices, these waterways can be reached. These conduits are the biggest canal sluices in Europe and the busiest in the world, and when you look at cargo that is transported by ships (more than 240 million tons), it is the biggest canal sluice in the world as well.

Visit a museum in Zevenbergen

In the small town of Zevenbergen, you can visit a museum that is found in an old farm which dates back to the 18th century. It has been turned into a regional museum where you can discover how the life of people in this region in Noord (North)- Brabant lived in the earlier times and what sort of things they used in their day-to-day life. Plus, you can explore a small village shop which is the same as at the beginning of the 1900s. Don’t forget to have a look at the artefacts that were discovered by archaeologists in their search to Castle Zevenbergen and fortress Noordam.

Explore and admire the Hollandsch Diep

This is a big river in the south of The Netherlands and is connected to both the Rhine and Meuse river. Hollandsch Diep is also a vital part of the sailing route from Rotterdam to Antwerp. Two rivers: Amer and Nieuwe- Merwede come together and form the Hollandsch Diep river.

I always like looking at the water. I look at how it moves, how it’s used, which boats are sailing there and which animals I can spot. There’s something about water that makes it calming. A part (or 4254 hectares to be precise) of the Hollandsch Diep is a Natura 2000 area and is protected nature.

How to get to Willemstad, The Netherlands

If you want to know how you can reach the town of Willemstad by public transport, always have a look at 9292.nl/en for the updated and current information (including prices). We use that website and public transportation app all over The Netherlands.

From  Oudenbosch :  It’s very easy to reach the town of Willemstad from Oudenbosch. You simply have to take a sprinter train to the train station of Roosendaal. From there you can take a bus to Willemstad. It takes you around one hour and 15 minutes to get from Oudenbosch to Willemstad, and most of this is the bus journey.

From  Bergen op Zoom :  To get to the fortified town of Willemstad from Bergen op Zoom, you’d have to take an intercity train to the train station of Roosendaal. From Roosendaal, you need to take the bus in the direction of Willemstad. To get from Bergen op Zoom on a trip to Willemstad takes you around one hour and twenty minutes.

From  Rotterdam :  If you want to go on a day trip from Rotterdam to the small town of Willemstad, you need to take a metro from Rotterdam Centraal train station to Zuidplein. From there you must take a bus which stops at Numansdorp. From there you must transfer to another bus to Willemstad. To get to Willemstad from Rotterdam takes you a little over one hour.

From  Dordrecht :  When you’re interested in visiting Willemstad from Dordrecht as a day trip, you can take any sprinter and an intercity train that stops at the Roosendaal train station. From there you need to transfer to the bus in the direction of Willemstad. To get from Dordrecht to Willemstad will take you around one hour and twenty minutes.

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When I first discovered I would be a part of the #MyMauritius Explorer Lab with iambassador and Mauritius Tourism , I immediately started looking at the best hikes in Mauritius.

I was there to attend a blogging conference and we had some already organised tours (like diving with a scuba scooter !) but I knew we would have some free time, and you guys know how much I love a good hike, so I was keen to squeeze at least one hike in while in Mauritius!

As soon as I saw photos of the view from the top of Le Morne Brabant, I knew I had to hike this mountain.

From the peak of Le Morne Brabant there are stunning 360 views over the hills, forests and beaches of Mauritius, and also the famous underwater waterfall!

If you’re planning to hike Le Morne Brabant this is the guide for you. I’ve put together everything you need to know including how to get there, prices, difficulty and more.

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Le Morne Brabant Hike specifications

Before we jump into my experience hiking Le Morne Brabant, I wanted to cover some of the basic information on this hike so you know what to expect.

How to get there

Le Morne Brabant is located in the South West part of the island of Mauritius. If you’re driving there yourself just search for “ Le Monte Brabant trail entrance ”, to reach the start of the trail.

The road ends in a big unpaved area that acts as parking area so don’t be worried to drive off the road.

Stunning views over Mauritius from the top of Le Morne Brabant

Hiking Le Morne Brabant will take you around 3-4 hours, including regular breaks for water, snacks and photos.

Difficulty level

The initial section of the hike has a very gradual incline, a well-beaten path and well-marked trail. However around the half way mark the difficulty increases considerably.

The path becomes less marked and at times much steeper, to the point that you will have to help yourself with your hands to climb over rocks and boulders.

On the way down you will have to sit on your bum and slide down the rocks. Don’t let this put you off though; it’s a seriously incredible hike!

Climbing up Le Mont Brabant in Mauritius

Best time to hike Le Morne

You should aim to hike Le Morne as early as possible in the day. The temperatures in Mauritius can get pretty hot so you don’t want to be hiking in the middle of the day.

However it’s not a hike I recommend doing in the dark or for sunset, since there are parts where you will have to boulder and it would be dangerous to do so in the dark.

Cost of hiking Le Morne

If you want to hike Le Morne Brabant with a tour it will cost you 1,50o MUR , including hotel pickup, water during the hike and hotel drop off.

If you choose to hike by yourself there is no entry fee to Le Morne, you will just have to pay for a rental car or transfer to the start of the trail. The cost of this will vary depending on where in Mauritius you are staying.

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Hiking Le Morne Brabant in Mauritius

Can you hike Le Morne Brabant without a guide?

When I first researched the Le Morne Brabant hike I found information online saying you couldn’t do it without a guide.

While we were there we saw lots of smaller groups, pairs or individuals hiking alone though so I think this is no longer the case.

Me happily climbing up Le Morne Brabant, just before realising just how much bouldering was involved

There is however a difference between whether you can do the hike without a guide, and whether you should.

Personally, when I first set off I found the hiking trail pretty easy and I was questioning why we had bothered doing it on a tour.

However as we hiked up and the trail got gradually less marked, and we had to scramble over rocks to reach the top, I was glad we had a guide.

Climbing down Le Morne Brabant is pretty tough!

Hiking Le Morne Brabant on a tour will give you more confidence and security, since the guide will make sure to tell you where you can or can’t step.

More than once if I hadn’t had the guide telling me to keep going or where to step, I would have assumed the trail was over and ended the hike early.

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Enjoying the views from the top of Le Morne Brabant

My experience hiking Le Morne Brabant in Mauritius

Hiking Le Morne Brabant is in my opinion one of the best things to do in Mauritius . Everybody pictures Mauritius as a picture perfect beach destination, but there is so much more to Mauritius beyond the beaches .

We booked the Le Morne Brabant hiking tour with our hotel for 1,500 MUR . We got picked up at 6:45AM and were at the base of Le Morne, ready to hike around 7AM.

You can easily arrange it with your hotel when you arrive in Mauritius, but if you prefer to have everything organised before going you can also book it online .

Our guide gave us a bit of an introduction on the hike and then we set off bright and early. As soon as we set off we came across one of the moments that would have made me hesitate if I’d been alone.

Initial views over Mauritius from the lower levels of Le Morne Brabant

You will see a wire fence with a “Private Property – no trespassing” sign that in one section has been pushed down, you need to climb over this to get on the trail.

I found the first part of the hike pretty easy. The trail is wide, well marked, well beaten and sheltered by a lot of trees and shade. It has a bit of an incline but it’s not a challenging one.

Throughout this initial section of the hike our guide stopped regularly to teach us about some of the local plants and the history of Le Morne, to show us some viewpoints and give us all a chance to catch our breaths.

The initial section of the Le Morne Brabant trail

Our guide teaching us about local flora during the hike

After about half an hour we reached the first main viewpoint, where we also found a “checkpoint” hut and sign that warned that the climbing was about to get dangerous, and only experienced climbers should go ahead.  

In theory this is where you would get stopped if you were trying to do the hike without a guide, but we didn’t see anyone there when we were hiking.

The checkpoint halfway up the Le Morne Brabant hike

Experienced hikers only after this point!

After this sign is when the hike gets tough. The path becomes gradually narrower, with more rocks and shrubs in the way.

Our guide told us to put away cameras and phones, so we could have our hands free to climb.

From here there will be more than one section of the climb where you will need to use your hands to pull yourself up and effectively climb over rocks.

Part of the trail as you hike Le Morne Brabant, when it just starts getting tougher

And now the hike got tough!

I won’t lie; as we were going up I was a bit concerned about what coming back down would look like. Our guide helped me through it all, always showing me where to put my feet and reassuring me.

If I hadn’t had a guide, I would have probably stopped here, as there wasn’t really any indication that we were on the right track. I wouldn’t have thought that climbing over a steep rock face was the right way to go!

The way up once you start bouldering is slow, but as you gradually climb up the views keep getting better, and will get you excited about reaching the peak. Once you reach the peak, it will all be worth it.

The path gets narrower and the views get even more stunning!

Metal cross at the peak of Le Morne Brabant, Mauritius

From the top you have the most stunning views over Mauritius. You can see the hills and the green forests, and the myriad of different shades of blue of the sea.

This was by far my favourite part. From up here you can also see the famous underwater waterfall of Mauritius (it’s not really a waterfall, just sand being dragged by currents to a deeper part of the ocean but it looks like it)!

50 shades of blue as seen from the top of Le Morne Brabant!

Epic views over Mauritius from the top of Le Morne Brabant

We spent about 20 minutes at the top relaxing, enjoying the view and taking photos before making our way back down. The way back down is slow, but you don’t want to rush it.

For most of it you will have to sit on your bum and slide down the steep rock face. It’s a slow and challenging hike, but definitely worth the amazing views. It’s also a pretty unique experience, I’d never done a hike like this!

Hiking back down Le Morne Brabant, you have to sit down and slide on your bum for most of the top part!

Some history about Le Morne Brabant

While the views from the peak of Le Morne Brabant were incredible, the mountain has a bit of a dark history, which it wouldn’t be right to not mention in this article.

Back in the 18th and early 19th century, when slavery still existed, Le Morne was a refuge and shelter for runaway slaves, who settled on the high slopes of the mountain.

In 1835 when slavery was abolished it is said that a platoon of police forces was sent to Le Morne to inform the slaves that they were free men, but they misinterpreted this and thought they were about to be recaptured, and thus chose to jump off to the rock and die instead of becoming slaves again.

Le Morne Brabant is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Loving all the different shades of blue that you can see from the top of Le Morne Brabant

Where to stay to hike Le Morne Brabant

While Mauritius is a fairly small island, getting from one side of the island to the other can take quite a long time (trust me, I spent quite a lot of time driving around between conference venues!) so it will be easier if you can get a hotel close to Le Morne.

We stayed at the Dinarobin Beachcomber and absolutely loved it.

The main pool at the Dinarobin Beachcomber Resort, with Le Morne Brabant mountain right behind it!

The Dinarobin Beachcomber is a luxury resort located on the beach just under Le Morne. You will have incredible views of the mountain from pretty much everywhere in the resort.

It has one big main pool and a number of smaller pools spread throughout the resort, so that even if the hotel is full it never feels crowded.

It also has a number of restaurants and bars onsite, all that serve an incredible variety of really tasty food.

Being so close to Le Morne is ideal for hiking also because if you’re planning to set off early in the morning, it will allow you to sleep a little more in the morning!

You can then enjoy some well deserved relaxing time on one of the many poolsides once you finish hiking!

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One of the smaller pools in the private villa crescents at the Dinarobin Beachcomber, Mauritius

What to bring to hike Le Morne Brabant

I’ve already said the hike is fairly tough so you don’t want to bring too much extra stuff with you! I’ve listed below some essentials you will need for the hike.

A comfortable backpack to keep your things in. You will need your hands to climb, you don’t want to have things falling out of your pockets so make sure to have a sturdy and comfy backpack with you.

A water bottle . Even if you hike at sunrise, it will get very hot! Make sure to bring plenty of water with you and stay hydrated.

Comfortable walking shoes . You don’t want to get half way up the hike and realise your feet hurt.

A hat and sunscreen . Like. I said, it gets hot! Make sure to be properly protected from the sun, even if it is early morning sun.

From the top of Le Morne Brabant you can spot the underwater waterfall of Mauritius!

Have you hiked Le Morne Brabant in Mauritius before? How did you find it? Let me know in the comments below!

I wanted to write this guide about hiking Le Morne Brabant because all the information I found online didn’t really prepare me for this hike.

While the views were incredible and I’m glad I did it, I found it to be much more challenging than I had originally anticipated. I hope you will find this guide useful in planning your own Le Morne Brabant hike!

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Thursday 25th of February 2021

What about trekking poles? I typically use those when climbing stuff like this. Or would they be in the way?

Wednesday 3rd of March 2021

I think they would be in the way. For the second part of the Le Morne Brabant hike you will have to use your hands quite often to pull yourself up over rocks. If you have a way of securing them and keep your hands free then sure, otherwise I'd go without. Hope that helps :)

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Hiking Le Morne Brabant, UNESCO World Heritage Site , ranks as one of the most iconic things to do in Mauritius ! This comprehensive guide contains all the essential Le Morne Brabant hiking tips, exactly how to get to the summit, the best time to visit, and more!  

With jaw-dropping views over the southern coastline of Mauritius dotted with small islands and the unique underwater waterfall, Le Morne Brabant is no doubt one of the best hikes in Mauritius ! 

Although challenging at times with some rock climbing towards the middle of the trail, you won’t be disappointed with the dramatic landscape and scenery. 

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Quick facts about hiking Le Morne Brabant Mauritius

• Distance:  3.5 km one way (7 km round trip) 
• Height:  556 meters  
• Difficulty:  The initial section is easy but becomes gradually strenuous toward the summit 
• Total duration:  3 to 5 hours 
• When to go:  Either summer or winter but  NOT  on a rainy day 
• Opening hours:  7 a.m to 4 p.m 
• What to bring:  At least 2 Liters of water, enough snacks, and proper hiking shoes 
• Location:  Le Morne Village 

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Where is Le Morne Brabant?   

Le Morne Brabant is located on the Southwest coast of Mauritius. It’s about a 1-hour drive from Port Louis , 1h30 from Grand Baie, or 1h45 from Belle Mare.  

To find the exact location of the trailhead, search for “Access to Le Morne Mountain Trail” on Google Maps or click here .

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How to get to Le Morne Brabant?   

For those on a budget, you can choose to get to Le Morne Brabant hiking trail entrance by bus (for more details, you can check out this  website ). Bus tickets are very cheap, ranging from Rs 17 to Rs 44 (less than US$ 1) per trip, depending on the distance covered. There’s a bus station along the main road just a few meters from the entrance. 

But since it’s not always easy to catch a bus to this area, I highly recommend renting a car for convenience. Driving in Mauritius is relatively easy and the cost of renting a car is on average Rs 1,100. Alternatively, you can hire a private driver to take you there. 

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Along the main road is a sign indicating that the trail entrance is 1.5 km away. You’ll then have to drive along a narrow unpaved road until you reach the parking area. 

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Can you hike Le Morne Brabant without a guide? 

Yes, but only if you’re an experienced hiker! While Le Morne sits at a mere height of 556 meters, it’s no easy task! Between scrambling over the rocks and the steep and exposed cliffs toward the summit, the hike can be very challenging, especially if you’re afraid of heights. 

In the past, you had to be accompanied by a certified guide but this is not required anymore. I was able to do the hike without a guide and saw a few others doing the same. 

But if you don’t feel comfortable hiking on your own and would prefer to have a guide with you to ensure your safety, you can book a hiking tour instead. 

How to Hike Le Morne Brabant – Hiking Trail 

From the parking lot, make your way toward the big gate where you’ll have to sign in before entering. 

The initial section of the hike is quite easy since the trail is well-beaten with only a slight incline. The path is also shaded by trees which is a relief from the scorching sun. 

Once you get past the big gate, walk along the trail until you reach an intersection with a red metal gate on your left.  

Go through the gate  and eventually, you’ll reach a fork in the path. Don’t go straight ahead but  turn right instead . 

Along the way, you’ll find a little side road but you should  continue straight ahead . You’ll know that you’re in the right direction when you see the concrete path in the picture below. 

After about 30 minutes, you’ll arrive at another fork in the path with the first viewpoint on your right.  Take the left towards the uphill path  where you’ll see another viewpoint, this time on your left.  

From there, keep walking until you reach a plateau and a green trash can. If you look to your left, you’ll get a clear view of Le Morne Brabant.  

There’s also a little path on the right that goes slightly downhill. This one leads to a viewpoint where you’ll get a view of Le Morne Beach and Ilot Fourneau. 

To get to the summit, take the path on the left . After about five minutes, you’ll reach a yellow sign warning that the hike is about to get harder and that you should be extremely cautious from now on. 

If you’re hiking Le Morne Brabant without a guide, I only recommend going further  IF  you’re an experienced hiker and aren’t afraid of heights.  

Further ahead, you’ll find a  green fence . At this point, the path becomes narrower and steeper. You’ll have to scramble over the rocks and use enough arm strength to pull yourself up. 

While this part can be very challenging, you just need to take your time, keep your gaze straight ahead and avoid looking down. Also, make sure to watch out for falling rocks and to stay hydrated as the trail is completely exposed to the sun. 

The hike then becomes slightly easier and although you’ll still need to climb over the rocks, at least you know that you’ve conquered the most challenging section! 

It should then take a further 45 minutes to 1 hour, including regular breaks in between, to reach the summit. Once you get to the top, you’ll be greeted with a stunning view of the forest, mountains, and the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius !

This is the prime spot to witness the famous underwater waterfall which is basically just an optical illusion created by sand being dragged down the ocean. 

There’s also a cross at the summit to commemorate the slaves who jumped off the mountain to avoid being captured by their former masters (read more on that below). 

Once you’ve enjoyed the view, make your way back by sliding down the rocks. Getting back down might seem challenging but I personally found it easier and faster compared to going up.  So, if you take your time and watch out where you step, you should be fine. 

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Is there an entrance fee? 

No, hiking Le Morne Brabant is completely free! The only things that you’ll have to pay for are your private driver or rental car and a local guide if you don’t want to hike on your own.  

Best time to hike 

The best time to hike to Le Morne is early in the morning as it can get very hot in this region, even in winter!  

7 or 8 a.m would be the perfect time to start your hike. Since the second half of the trail is not shaded by trees, you should avoid hiking in the middle of the day.  

The official opening hours of Le Morne Brabant are between 7 a.m and 4 p.m. 

I also don’t recommend hiking at sunrise or sunset since it would be hard to see where you step, making the hike extremely dangerous. So, use common sense to ensure your safety at all times. 

Read more: Hiking to waterfalls and viewpoints at Gris Gris Beach

Duration of the hike

The round-trip hike lasts anywhere between 3 and 5 hours depending on how fit you are. From my personal experience, it took me 1h 45 minutes to go up and 1h30 down, including regular stops in between to rest and take photos. 

A Brief History of Le Morne Brabant   

Back in the 19 th  century, runaway slaves formed small settlements inside the caves of Le Morne Brabant. 

According to legend, when slavery was abolished in 1835, the Police were sent to Le Morne to inform the runaway slaves that they were now free but they jumped off the mountain thinking that they would be recaptured.  

And thus, due to the mountain’s representation of the slaves’ fight for freedom, it has been listed as a  UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008 . 

If you’re keen to learn more about the former slaves, there’s a little open-air museum at the foot of the mountain that you can visit for free. 

Read more: Hiking guide to Pont Naturel

Where to stay near Le Morne Brabant?  

Ma vie la apartments.

Sitting at the foot of the mountain, Ma Vie La is the perfect place to stay in Mauritius if you want to start your hike in the morning without having to deal with an early wake-up call. 

Since it’s located on the other side of the trail entrance, you do have to drive for about 10 minutes to get to the trail entrance. Nevertheless, it’s still one of the best budget accommodations in the area. 

With an incredible view of the ocean on one side and Le Morne Brabant on the other, the apartments of Ma Vie La have a homey vibe with clean and spacious rooms complete with a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom and balcony. 

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Vanilla House

Vanilla House is a budget-friendly guesthouse located about a 20-minute drive from Le Morne Brabant. Set in the middle of a lush garden, it offers air-conditioned suites featuring a large comfy bed, living room, kitchenette and a private bathroom.  

Since Vanilla House forms part of the Vanilla Village, you get access to other facilities, including a café/restaurant, grocery store and a handcrafted boutique, all within the same location! You can read more about my stay at Vanilla House here .

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I hope you found this Le Morne Brabant hiking guide helpful! I did my best to provide the exact directions but if you have more questions, feel free to ask in the comments below. 

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Strava records show that at least 10people have hiked to the top in less than 40minutes, several hundred in less than an hour.

I think some may opt out to hike this mountain when they read that it takes at least three hours – most reasonably young and regularly fit people that are used to hiking should have noe issues getting to the top and down in 1,5h on a dry day.

Thanks for a detailed description. No signs on the way up so this helped us reac the summit and down before closing time :)

You’re welcome :) If you’re a trail runner, then yes it’s possible to get to the top in less time. But for most people, the total hike duration would be at least 3 hours including regular breaks in between to rest, enjoy the view, take photos, etc.

Thank you for this post. It gave us the confidence to do the hike with our 14yo and 16yo daughters without a guide. Yes some people were running and speed walking past us but your timing exactly matched our pace and allowed for plenty of enjoyment of the views.

Hi Samantha. Thank you, I’m really glad you found the article helpful and that you enjoyed the hike. :)

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Mauritius offers you the possibility to book a private helicopter ride to enjoy the Underwater Waterfalls at Le Morne. For around 45 minutes, a panoramic helicopter will be entirely at your disposal. This overflight includes the sites of key tourist attractions of Mauritius and the lagoon with crystal clear waters. The helicopter guarantees you beautiful memories!

Of volcanic origin, Mauritius has an amazing geography – mountains, craters of dormant volcanoes and vertiginous waterfalls. Some places are even too difficult to reach on foot.

You will also fly over the underwater waterfall, with Le Morne Brabant as a backdrop. The seven-Coloured Earth in Chamarel, the sacred lake of Grand Bassin as well as the crater of Trou Kanaka…so many jewels just waiting for you!  Take advantage of this private flight to take beautiful photos for timeless memories.

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