Captain Hodge Pier
Philipsburg Boardwalk, Great Bay Beach, Sint Maarten, Dutch side
Captain Hodge Pier is one of the easiest places to understand Philipsburg’s layout because it sits right on the water at the edge of the boardwalk. It is a useful viewpoint for Great Bay and a convenient starting or finishing point for a walk through the capital. The pier matters as more than a photo stop: it helps define the relationship between harbour, beach, and town that makes Philipsburg so walkable. Travellers who enjoy simple waterfront scenes, cruise-port atmosphere, and a central meeting point will find it one of the most practical stops on the Dutch side.