Slave Route Monument: A Testament to Resilience

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Riviere du Rempart bus terminal, head south on Avenue du 1er Mai. After about 500 meters, take a left onto Rue des Aigrettes. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Route Royale. Walk for about 1 kilometer until you reach the next roundabout. Take the first exit onto Route de la Passerelle, and continue walking for another 1.5 kilometers. You will see the Slave Route Monument ahead on your right, located in the Le Morne Cultural Landscape.

• Bicycle

  From the Riviere du Rempart area, rent a bicycle and head south on Avenue du 1er Mai. After approximately 500 meters, take a left on Rue des Aigrettes. At the roundabout, follow the signs towards Route Royale. Cycle for about 1 kilometer, then at the next roundabout, take the first exit onto Route de la Passerelle. Continue riding for about 1.5 kilometers. The Slave Route Monument will be visible on your right as you approach the Le Morne Cultural Landscape.

• Public Transport

  Start at the Riviere du Rempart bus terminal. Catch a bus heading towards Le Morne. The bus ride will take about 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Ask the driver to let you know when you reach the stop closest to the Slave Route Monument. Once you disembark, walk along the road heading into the Le Morne Cultural Landscape for about 10 minutes, and you will arrive at the monument.