Guadeloupe is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of North America.

How large and how populated is Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe covers approximately 1,628 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 378,561, recorded for 2,024. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

What kind of physical setting does Guadeloupe have?

Guadeloupe is associated with the Tropical climate zone and has a recorded elevation of approximately 1,467 meters above sea level. These facts do not describe every local landscape detail, but they do provide a useful high-level picture of the environmental setting in which the location sits.

Which countries or regions are associated with Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe is associated with the following country or countries: Guadeloupe. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Basse-Terre Island. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Guadeloupe?

The official name of Guadeloupe is Guadeloupe, and its native name is Gwadloup. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe is associated with the following language codes: fr, gcf, and with the time zone America/Puerto_Rico. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Guadeloupe defined as an island location?

Yes. Guadeloupe is classified as an island location. Island geography often gives a place a more distinct environmental and spatial profile, which can also influence how protected areas are distributed and understood.

Is Guadeloupe considered mountainous?

Yes. Guadeloupe is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Guadeloupe?

For Guadeloupe, the capital is Basse-Terre, the largest city is Pointe-à-Pitre, and the associated currency code is EUR. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Guadeloupe in geographic datasets?

Guadeloupe is identified by the ISO code GP and the country code FR. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe is associated with the following region or regions: Basse-Terre Island. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Guadeloupe: parks and protected areas

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National Parks in Guadeloupe: A Protected Area Geography Profile

Comparing historical protection trends, island habitats, and volcanic landscape designations

Evaluating the Guadeloupe park system involves looking at median territory sizes, diverse tropical designations, volcanic habitats, and coastal marine reserve records. Synthesized datasets allow researchers and explorers to contrast climate distributions and establishment dates based on currently verified park records.

Known protected area

173 km²

Area data available for 1 of 1 park.

Median park size

173 km²

Median across 1 park with known area.

Oldest known park

Guadeloupe National Park

Established in 1989.

Largest known park

Guadeloupe National Park

Recorded area: 173 km².

Designation distribution

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Climate distribution

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Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Guadeloupe, French Caribbean

Explore Guadeloupe's national parks and protected areas through this geographic atlas, offering a detailed overview of the islands' conservation landscapes. MoriAtlas provides structured entries to understand the distribution of protected natural spaces across this French Caribbean region. It serves as an essential resource for discovering Guadeloupe's unique volcanic and tropical environments.

Guadeloupe is a French overseas department and region in the Caribbean, consisting of six inhabited islands and several uninhabited islets. The capital is Basse-Terre on Basse-Terre Island, while Pointe-à-Pitre serves as the largest metropolitan area and main business center. It is an outermost region of the EU and uses the euro as currency.

Guadeloupe is an overseas department and region of France situated in the Caribbean. The archipelago comprises Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, Marie-Galante, La Désirade, and the Îles des Saintes, among other smaller islands. As a French overseas department, it is fully integrated into the French Republic while also being a constituent territory of the European Union. The population was 378,561 as of January 2024.

Largest city:Pointe-à-Pitre

Currency code:EUR

ISO code:GP

Parks count

Capital

Basse-Terre

Area

1,628 km²

Population

378,561 (2,024)

Elevation

1,467 m

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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National Parks and Protected Areas in Guadeloupe: A Comprehensive Atlas View

Discover the protected areas and national parks situated within Guadeloupe. This atlas provides a geography-first exploration of the islands' conservation landscapes, from volcanic terrain to marine reserves, offering a structured overview for detailed park discovery. Navigate through Guadeloupe's rich protected territories and understand their regional context within the Caribbean.

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Guadeloupe National Park

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Guadeloupe National Park, in Guadeloupe. Landscapes: mountains, forests, and wetlands.

Area: 173 km²
Established: 1989
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Guadeloupe National Park Protected Area

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Landscape and environment

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Guadeloupe geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Guadeloupe through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Guadeloupe.

Guadeloupe geography and landscape

Guadeloupe is located in the Caribbean, south of Antigua and Barbuda and Montserrat, and north of Dominica. The islands are volcanic in origin, with the active volcano La Grande Soufrière on Basse-Terre Island reaching 1,467 meters, the highest point. The terrain varies between mountainous forested areas and lower-lying plains.

Guadeloupe nature and environment

Guadeloupe features diverse natural landscapes including volcanic peaks, tropical forests, and coastal areas. The island of Basse-Terre contains significant forest cover and the active Soufrière volcano, while the surrounding waters support marine ecosystems. Several protected areas exist throughout the archipelago.

Guadeloupe climate and seasonal conditions

Guadeloupe has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, influenced by Atlantic trade winds. The region experiences a wet season typically from June to November and a drier period from December to May.

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Explore National Parks and Protected Areas on the Map of Guadeloupe

Preview the geographic positions of national parks and protected areas within Guadeloupe, observing how these conservation landscapes are distributed across the French Caribbean islands. This country-level map provides a foundational atlas view, allowing deeper exploration of park locations and regional protected area context.

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Examine the Natural Features and Protected Landscapes of Guadeloupe

Continue your geographic exploration by browsing the specific natural features and landforms cataloged within protected areas across Guadeloupe. MoriAtlas provides a structured, map-focused pathway for understanding the unique terrain, volcanic composition, and coastal geography of this Caribbean region.

Explore key details on park locations, conservation status, and the regional spread of protected landscapes across the French Caribbean.

Guadeloupe National Parks: Common Questions About Protected Area Geography

Delve into frequently asked questions regarding Guadeloupe's national parks and diverse protected areas, including their unique Caribbean geography and ecological significance. Understand how these insights clarify the distribution of conservation landscapes and help trace the distinct volcanic and marine environments throughout the archipelago.

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Guadeloupe's Park Designation Categories in Detail

Deepen your understanding of Guadeloupe's protected landscapes by examining each represented park designation group. MoriAtlas provides structured insights into the geographic distribution and landscape context of these classifications, allowing for focused atlas-based discovery of conservation efforts across the archipelago. Continue to uncover the unique patterns of protected lands within Guadeloupe and beyond.

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What is Guadeloupe?

How large and how populated is Guadeloupe?

What kind of physical setting does Guadeloupe have?

Which countries or regions are associated with Guadeloupe?

What are the official and native names of Guadeloupe?

What language and time zone information is associated with Guadeloupe?

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