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Gîte de la Caverne Dufour

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Gîte de la Caverne Dufour

Recommended by 92 hikers out of 102

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parc national de La Réunion (cœur)

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    1. Route 1: Piton des Neiges – Hiking in the Cirque de Cilaos

    15.5km

    09:05

    1,650m

    1,650m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    2. Piton des Neiges

    26.7km

    11:34

    2,060m

    2,060m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    December 22, 2022

    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 around 70 places divided between dormitories and bungalows. It is strongly recommended to reserve your nights and meals at least 48 hours in advance. Access to water is also limited, so remember to bring enough.
    For more information: book.reunion.fr/fr/hebergements/a310792/product/reserver

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      April 27, 2020

      The refuge is very rustic. Due to the exposed location, there is hardly any drinking water. Dinner can be booked by calling the landlord. Drinks can also be bought at the hut.

      The hut is a good starting point for the morning climb if you want to see the sunrise on the Piton des Neiges.

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        October 28, 2019

        As the basis for the ascent to the Piton des Neiges at sunrise, the Refuge de la Caverne Dufour does not offer much comfort but a good dinner after the strenuous climb from the Le Bloc car park (or one of the alternative starting points).

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          Elevation 2,470 m

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          Location: Salazie, Saint-Benoît, Réunion, France

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