Timeline
12:00
Start at Aux Délices Du Fleuve, the original patisserie of Saint-Louis. Grab a coffee and a slice of cake or a chocolate ice cream to enjoy the sweet atmosphere before the heat peaks. It is a great spot to people-watch and get your bearings.
12:45
Walk just a few minutes south to La Linguère for lunch. Order the Yassa Poulet, a classic Senegalese dish of chicken marinated in onions and lemon, or try the brochettes. The prices are reasonable, starting at 1500 CFA, and the food is reliably delicious.
14:00
After lunch, head north to Plage de Sal Sal. This pristine beach is so deserted you might not see anyone else. Take a walk along the sand, but be careful not to go too far north as the beach stretches across the border to Mauritania. If you encounter police officers on your way, simply tell them you are going to the beach.
14:45
End your afternoon at L'embuscade, a bar just a short walk from the beach area. Grab a cold beer or try one of their creative house-made cocktails. If you are still hungry, they also serve bites to eat, and you can listen to live music as the day winds down.
Local tip
The beach is very quiet, but keep an eye on your belongings just in case. Also, check the route back if you plan to explore further south, as the island is small but the streets can be confusing.
Check before you go
- Plage de Sal Sal has no official opening hours, but it is best visited during daylight hours for safety and visibility.
- Restaurants like La Linguère and Aux Délices Du Fleuve are open for lunch, but verify specific closing times as they may vary.
- L'embuscade is a bar, so it is best visited in the late afternoon or evening for the full atmosphere.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Saint-Louis (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).