Where is Anse Marcel Beach located?

Anse Marcel Beach sits at the northernmost tip of Saint Martin / Sint Maarten, in a lush, green cove surrounded by hills. The only road to reach it runs via the Cul‑de‑Sac / Orient Bay → Grand Case road, descending into the bay. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

What is the water like at Anse Marcel Beach?

Because the bay is sheltered by hills on both sides, the water at Anse Marcel is calm and shallow — ideal for families, swimmers and those new to snorkeling. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Can you snorkel or do water activities at Anse Marcel Beach?

Yes — Anse Marcel offers snorkeling, paddle‑boarding, and other water‑sport activities in its calm bay. There are also boat rental and charter opportunities from the nearby marina. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Is Anse Marcel Beach family-friendly and suitable for children?

Yes — the gentle sea floor, calm water and sheltered location make Anse Marcel Beach especially suitable for families with children, or anyone preferring a safe, relaxed beach day. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Are there amenities like beach‑chairs, restaurants or resorts at Anse Marcel Beach?

Yes — part of the bay is lined with resorts and beach‑club restaurants, with options for beach‑chair/umbrella rentals, beachfront dining, and proximity to marina services. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Hotels & Things to do at Anse Marcel Beach, Saint Martin

ANSE MARCEL BEACH

Anse Marcel – A Presidential Cove

Anse Marcel is the outmost northern cove of the island. After crossing the hills from the direction of Orient Bay and Grand Case, a lush green bay with light blue waters opens up, only kilometers removed from Anguilla. Next to a great place to spend a day on the beach, also a departure point for various hikes.

Beautiful Anse Marcel was selected in 1989 for a summit between French president Francois Mitterrand and American George H. W. Bush to discuss the post – Cold War situation in Europe.

Where To Find Anse Marcel

The sole road to Anse Marcel departs from the road towards French Cul-de-Sac (also harbor to Pinel Island, not far from the roundabout at the road from Orient Bay to Grand Case.

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Anse Marcel Beach is located on the northern coast of the French side of Saint Martin/Sint Maarten in a sheltered cove. The shoreline consists of fine white sand set within a calm bay protected by surrounding hills, resulting in shallow, mostly tranquil waters suitable for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding. The beach extends for about 400 meters along the bay and is adjacent to a small marina and several nearby hotels and beach-side restaurants. Parking and access to the beach are available via a road that climbs over the hills from nearby Orient Bay and Grand Case.

How to get to Anse Marcel Beach?

Anse Marcel Beach is in the Anse Marcel taxi zone. See our overview of St. Maarten taxi rates to find pricing from this location to your place of departure.

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