Capesterre-de-Marie-Galante (French pronunciation: [kapɛstɛʁ də maʁi ɡalɑ̃t], literally Capesterre of Marie-Galante; Guadeloupean Creole: Kapestè Marigalant; often simply referred to as Capesterre) is a commune on the island of Marie-Galante, in the French overseas region and department of Guadeloupe, itself in the Lesser Antilles.

The name of the commune comes from cabesterre, a word in-use until the 17th century, which indicated a "ground [or land] exposed to the east winds".

The port of Capesterre and its long beaches are protected from the waves of the Atlantic by the coral reefs.

Tropical heat is the norm, bringing constant highs of around 32 °C (89 °F) that drop to 20 °C (68 °F) at night.

Trade winds, called alizés, blow from the northeast and often temper the climate.

Public preschools and primary schools include:[4] Public junior high schools include:[5] Capesterre is especially famous for its beaches and relaxing, leisurely activities, such as the beaches of Feuillère and Petite Anse.