La Foa Information

History

The history of La Foa dates back to 1871 with the building of Fort Teremba. The settlement grew with the founding of an agricultural convict colony (1872) and the arrival of Malabars settlers from Reunion island in 1880. The historical landmarks of La Foa remain the creation of a state registry office in 1882, a road link with Boulouparis in 1883, the transformation of the penal colony into a girl's school in 1892, and, of course, the presence of the American troops during WW II. La Foa is a commune which has always looked to the future.

Events

Settings

The city council and the association Marguerite are both involved in conserving and promoting the historic heritage of La Foa. At the entrance to the commune, on arriving from Noumea the Passerelle Marguerite now stands as an emblem. Remains dating from the last century like Fort Teremba at Moindou, the Maison du Commandant (Residence of the Commander) or the Bakery of the "internat" (boarding school) of La Foa tell the story of the region. The history and way of life of the Kanak community can be discovered at the Great Hut of the Oua Tom tribe or by enjoying a meal of bougna with the Oui Poin tribe.

Activities

Nestling at the foot of the mountain range and open to the sea, La Foa offers a thousand and one sports and leisure activities for tourists. There is something to please every taste : bush walking or horse-riding, visiting the historical and cultural sites, and a wide variety of excursions and sports. Parachute jumping in the air, canyoning, sailing, surfing and diving on and under the water, and walking, riding or quad car driving on the ground provide an extensive choice. Top quality organisation for the reception and information of visitors meets the most demanding requirements.