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French heritage: landmark sites and food of Martinique
This sheet presents cultural landmarks of French society. It is in particular about Martinique.
Key points of the sheet
- Fort Saint-Louis is in Fort-de-France, on the edge of the Caribbean Sea. The French built it in the 17th century to defend the island against enemy attacks.
- This military fort has colonial defensive architecture and a magnificent view of the bay. It is still in use: you can only visit part of the fort.
- The part of Fort Saint-Louis that you can visit tells the history of Martinique.
- Accras de morue are traditional fritters of West Indian food culture. They are made with cod, spices, garlic and chilli.
- People eat them hot, with pre-dinner drinks (apéritif) or at celebrations. They are a must of Caribbean cuisine, in particular in Martinique.
Words to know
- Fort Saint-Louis
- It is a military fort in Fort-de-France, built in the 17th century by the French to defend the island.
- cod fritters (accras de morue)
- They are small golden fritters made with cod, spices, garlic and chilli.
- fritters (beignets)
- Accras are small golden fritters. People like their crispy texture and their spicy taste.
Test yourself: 3 questions
Where is Fort Saint-Louis?
In French, the language of the exam: Où se trouve le Fort Saint-Louis ?
Fort Saint-Louis is located in Fort-de-France, on the edge of the Caribbean Sea.
When was Fort Saint-Louis built?
In French, the language of the exam: Quand le Fort Saint-Louis a-t-il été construit ?
The French built Fort Saint-Louis in the 17th century to defend the island.
Which fish are accras made with?
In French, the language of the exam: Avec quel poisson fait-on les accras ?
Accras are fritters made with cod mixed with spices, garlic and chilli.
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Source
Sheet “Patrimoine français : sites emblématiques et gastronomie de Martinique” of the French Ministry of the Interior: formation-civique.interieur.gouv.fr. Content published under the Etalab Open Licence 2.0. This page is a plain-language adaptation made by Hexaciv, which is not an official site: if in doubt, the ministry's text is the one that counts.
Ministry sheet read on 23 October 2026, still identical on 25 October 2026.