Natural
Volcano and Forests of Mount Pelée and the Pitons of Northern Martinique
Saint-Pierre, France
Inscribed 2023
This natural heritage site encompasses the volcanic landscape of Mount Pelée and associated forest ecosystems in the northern region of Martinique, a Caribbean island of volcanic origin. The site was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2023 for its outstanding geological and biological significance. Mount Pelée is notable for its complex volcanic geology and the tragic eruption of 1902, which shaped both the physical landscape and the region's human history. The forests surrounding the volcano represent important tropical ecosystems with distinctive vegetation adapted to the volcanic terrain and varying elevations. The pitons, characteristic steep-sided volcanic formations, contribute to the site's distinctive topography and geological interest. The combination of active and dormant volcanic features with regenerating forest habitats makes this site a significant example of volcanic-forest interaction in the Caribbean region.
Location
Saint-Pierre, France
Inscription
2023
