The Top 5 Mountain Passes around Réunion
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Réunion and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 14, 2025
Taïbit Pass
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The Col du Taïbit, which rises to 2,081 meters above sea level, is the link between the Cirque de Cilaos and the Cirque de Mafate. This pass offers a remarkable …
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Oxen Pass
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The Col des Bœufs is a symbolic passage which separates the circus of Mafate from that of Salazie. At the end of a few wooden steps, it offers a nice …
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Deux Fesses Ridge
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Deux Fesses is on one of the most beautiful trails in Mafate, the Scout trail, which connects several islets to Salazie.
This impressive passage is bordered by two precipices, the …
This impressive passage is bordered by two precipices, the …
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Fourches Pass
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Culminating at 1,946 meters above sea level, the Col des Fourches is located on the ridge line which separates the cirques of Mafate and Salazie. This high altitude offers spectacular and unique views of the two cirques.
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Kervéguen Ridge
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The Kervéguen hill is located on the eponymous plateau at an altitude of 2,206 meters. It offers the possibility of entering the cirque of Cilaos via a technical descent. A …
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