The Salt Pickers: A Tribute to Sint Maarten's Salt Industry
A historical landmark in Philipsburg honoring Sint Maarten's salt production legacy and the workers who shaped the island's economy.
The Salt Pickers monument in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, commemorates the island's historical salt production and the laborers who toiled in this industry. The bronze statues depict salt harvesters and serve as a reminder of the island's past, when salt was a key economic resource.
A brief summary to The Salt Pickers
- 2XG4+86P, Philipsburg, SX
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the day to get the best lighting for photographs of the monument and the surrounding area.
- Combine your visit to the Salt Pickers with a stroll along Front Street and the Philipsburg Boardwalk.
- Take a moment to reflect on the history of salt production in Sint Maarten and the lives of the salt pickers.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Salt Pickers monument is located in the heart of Philipsburg, near the Courthouse and the government building. From the cruise port, walk along the Boardwalk towards the center of town. Turn left onto Kerkhof Straat and walk one block to the roundabout where the monument is located. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes.
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Public Transport
From various points around Sint Maarten, you can take a public minibus to Philipsburg. Buses heading to Philipsburg will typically stop at the Emmaplein or Back Street. From either of these locations, walk towards the center of town. The Salt Pickers monument is located near the Courthouse, in a roundabout. Bus fares range from $1 to $3 per person.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Sint Maarten and can take you directly to the Salt Pickers monument in Philipsburg. Taxi stands can be found at the airport, cruise terminal, and major hotels. The monument is located in a roundabout near the Courthouse. Confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey. A taxi from the cruise port to the Salt Pickers monument will cost approximately $6 - $8.
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Parking
If driving, parking can be found along Pondfill Road or in paid parking lots near Clem Labega Square or Bobby's Marina. Parking on Pondfill Road is free. Paid parking lots charge approximately $1-$2 per hour. From the parking area, walk towards the center of town. The Salt Pickers monument is located in a roundabout near the Courthouse.
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