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Saint-Philippe (La Réunion) walks
The Mare Longue botanical trail
Visorando Member
1.32 mi
+325 ft
-325 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Philippe (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Réunion has many botanical trails. The Mare Longue trail is one of the best known. It offers a short family walk through the forest. The route consists of two circular loops, and it is possible to do just one. The forest you walk through is a remnant of the Bas colour-wood forest. Many of the species encountered are endemic and sometimes have remarkable aerial roots.
Terre Rouge, Cap Jaune and the Plateau
1.79 mi
+161 ft
-138 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Located in the south of the island, Cap Jaune is a natural curiosity that is a must-see if you come to Vincendo. This site owes its name to its yellow colour! The trail runs along the coastline and offers superb panoramic views! It also crosses landscapes specific to the Wild South (jagged landscapes, vackoas, volcanic rocks, blowholes, etc.).
Moderator's note added on 21/07/2021: There have been a few changes to the terrain since this hike was published. See reviews.
Circular loop at Pointe de Langevin
0.93 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This route offers a circular path at Pointe de Langevin on a very popular, high-quality trail. Lovers of rugged landscapes will delight in the spectacle of the sea crashing against this rugged coastline. It is also possible to take a dip in the pools of the Langevin River.
Piton Babet
0.92 mi
+354 ft
-338 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
Piton Babet is an iconic peak in the commune of Saint-Joseph. It is named after the former mayor, who is buried at the summit of the peak. This walk is very short and can easily be combined with another hike, such as Piton de l’Entonnoir. The sound of the waves will never cease. Just before the start of the climb, don’t miss the Caverne des Hirondelles. It’s also possible to walk all the way round the piton, but this has the drawback of passing through built-up areas.
Margosiers Circular
6.56 mi
+2,867 ft
-2,874 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
A pretty circular above Saint-Joseph offering magnificent views of Grande Anse and the villages of Plaine des Grègues with their turmeric crops.
The Piton de Partage (or Piton Sale)
2.76 mi
+292 ft
-295 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Rose (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This route leads to the Piton de Partage (or Piton Sale), a peak situated to the north-west of the Piton de la Fournaise enclosure. There are numerous splendid panoramic views from here, including of the Savane Cimetière and the most recent eruption of Piton de la Fournaise, which took place just a few months ago! Once you reach Piton de Partage, you can even see the Pointe des Cascades and the Bois-Blanc coastline in the distance!
Rivals craters in the furnace enclosure
5.49 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,388 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Rose (La Réunion) (Réunion)
In the Fournaise enclosure, as an alternative to Piton de la Fournaise, there is the Rivals Crater Trail, which is easy and almost flat except for the steps down into the enclosure. The craters are very beautiful with two magnificent geodes.
Piton de Bois Vert or Piton de Bert
7.90 mi
+305 ft
-308 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Rose (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This hike offers beautiful views of the Enclos Fouqué and the Plaine des Sables region. We did this hike to see the volcanic eruption of May 2015! To do so, we got up early in the morning to enjoy the best possible view.
Climbing the Volcano of Réunion
7.29 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,867 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Rose (La Réunion) (Réunion)
A mineral, even lunar landscape with breathtaking views. An extraordinary hike, close to the volcano.
Please note: since the 2007 lava flows, access to the Bory Crater is no longer possible. Until further notice, follow the route described here as a round trip.
The Kapor Trail
4.97 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
3h 20
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Rose (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This trail, laid out in the Enclos Fouqué, allows you to immerse yourself in the mineral landscapes of Piton de la Fournaise, with a distance and elevation gain that remain accessible to most people. You will discover several types of lava: cordée, grattons, scories, etc., and cross relatively recent lava flows (2016).
Please note that this hike is not accessible in the event of a volcanic eruption (which have been relatively frequent in the 2010s). Check in advance.
Le Morne Langevin from Pas des Sables
4.52 mi
+410 ft
-407 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This short hike offers beautiful views of the Plaine des Sables and Piton de la Fournaise to start with.
Finally, the Morne Langevin viewpoint is the ultimate reward: panoramic views of Grand Galet, Grand Coude, Saint-Joseph and the ocean... if there are no clouds in the sky!
The Sainte-Thérèse Oratory and the Plaine des Sables
4.67 mi
+666 ft
-696 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This short hike, which starts at Pas des Sables, continues along the cliff edge and offers beautiful views of the Plaine des Sables, then the rampart and the Rivière de l'Est riverbed. After the oratory, a fairly steep descent leads to the Plaine des Sables. Crossing this plain allows you to discover the beauty of the landscapes in this arid area. The return to the car park is by road.
Pas des Sables Sainte Thérèse Oratory
3.26 mi
+417 ft
-410 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
A short walk for young walkers, but one that offers the same superb views of the Plaine des Sables as a longer hike and allows you to appreciate all the volcanic vegetation.
La Mare via the Forêt des Hauts de Mont Vert
3.66 mi
+545 ft
-535 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
La Mare is a very small lake surrounded by arum plants, situated in the hamlet of the same name in the hills above Petite-Île. This walk, starting from the D36, passes through the beautiful Forêt des Hauts de Mont Vert, offering stunning views of the south of the island at the end of the route, as well as of the Rivière des Remparts, whilst following a well-maintained track lined with arums. It is possible to extend the walk to the Relais de Petite Île or to the Domaine Vidot.
The Grande Ferme Forest Road
4.66 mi
+581 ft
-581 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Joseph (La Réunion) (Réunion)
This old road once connected the Route du Volcan to Grande-Ferme. This family walk is not difficult. The first part of the circular route offers beautiful views of Bourg-Murat and its surroundings, Piton des Neiges and the south coast from Saint-Pierre to Étang-Salé-les-Hauts, while the second part is under cryptomeria trees with a few gaps offering views of Piton des Neiges.
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