Sourçailles is the third communal section of Kenscoff.
Neighboring sections
| Northwest Ville de Kenscoff |
North 3e Etang du Jonc, PEV |
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|---|---|---|
| West 2e Bongars |
Kenscoff |
East 4e Bellevue La Montagne, PEV |
| South 4e Belle Fontaine |
Southeast 6e Belle-Fontaine, CDB |
About[]
Nestled in the mountainous terrain of Kenscoff, Sourçailles is characterized by its cool climate and active agricultural sector, particularly vegetable farming suited to its temperate environment. The area encompasses a mix of rural landscapes and small urban clusters. Residents engage in both farming and local commerce, benefiting from Sourçailles’ proximity and strong social and economic ties to the central town of Kenscoff. It shares borders with other communal sections such as Nouvelle-Touraine and Grand-Fond.
Godet[]
Godet (English: "Bucket") is a charming hamlet located in the rural area of Sourçailles, known especially for its coffee production. Nestled among towering pine trees, Godet offers a tranquil, scenic environment that reflects the agricultural heritage of the region.
History[]
The rural section of Sourçailles was originally part of the municipality of Pétion-Ville. Within its territory lay the Viard plantation, bordered by Kenscoff to the east and south and the Cavalier plantation to the west. This area holds historical significance through Colonel Étienne Viard, a notable figure who served in 1801 as secretary to the Central Assembly of Port-au-Prince and was responsible for drafting the constitution under Toussaint Louverture’s leadership.
Sourçailles has long been an important agricultural region, especially known for its coffee plantations such as the Godet estate. The fertile volcanic soils and cool mountain climate made it ideal for coffee cultivation, a key economic activity since colonial times. Nestled among dense pine forests, Godet remains a symbol of the area's rich agricultural heritage.
Following the creation of Kenscoff as a municipality in the early 20th century, Sourçailles became one of its communal sections. While maintaining its rural roots, the area has developed stronger economic and social ties with Kenscoff’s urban center, continuing to balance tradition with modern growth.
References[]
Kenscoff - Martial Jahson, Local Guide - [1]