Penal Colony History of New Caledonia

Convict Colony: Step back into New Caledonia’s turbulent past with a guided tour to Nouville Peninsula, home to the first French convict colony established in 1863. Visit the historic penitentiary where your guide will reveal the stories of the convicts’ harsh lives. Explore the old bakery, administration building, and a quaint chapel, now preserved as a museum. Though some structures have been restored, they still offer a poignant glimpse into the brutal conditions faced in the early penal settlement. This tour provides a fascinating insight into New Caledonia’s legacy as a land of penal servitude.