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The Top 20 Attractions around Réunion

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Réunion. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Réunion is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Piton des Neiges – 3,070 m Summit

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Piton des Neiges is a dormant volcano located in the center of Reunion Island. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010, it culminates at 3,070 meters above sea …

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La Chapelle Gorge

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La Chapelle is one of the geological curiosities of the Cirque de Cilaos. Its natural shape resembles a cathedral made up of huge rocks that meet under which flows a waterfall creating a basin.

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Piton Maïdo

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The Piton Maïdo culminates at 2,203 meters above sea level. This summit offers an exceptional view of the Cirque de Mafate.

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View of La Chapelle

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Before reaching the bed of the river that leads to the Chapel, savor this magnificent view of the enormous rocky cavity.

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Ancien Thermes de Hell-Bourg

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A few ruins left by the 1948 cyclone can still be roamed.

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Formica Léo Crater

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The Formica Léo crater is located at an altitude of 2,206 meters in the Enclos Fouqué. Formed in 1753, this volcanic cone rises between 10 and 12 meters high and measures 125 meters long and 90 meters wide.

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Grand Bassin Waterfall

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Superb waterfall near the village of Grand Bassin. It is the water that flows from this waterfall and forms a basin that gave the name to the islet.

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Grand Galet Waterfall

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A popular place for swimming and fishing. Ideally you should go there from Trou Noir on foot. The serpentine road is very narrow and steep. When driving uphill on no …

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Gîte de la Caverne Dufour

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The Dufour cave refuge, also called the “Piton des Neiges lodge” is located at an altitude of 2,400 meters. This essential stopover is accessible in summer and winter and has …

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Canalisation des Orangers Trail

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The Canal des Orangers is a path that connects Sans-Soucis to the islet of Orangers along the impressive wall of the Cirque de Mafate. This path is quite dizzying but …

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