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Cilaos

Piton des Neiges – 3,070 m summit

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Cilaos

Piton des Neiges – 3,070 m summit

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Piton des Neiges – 3,070 m summit

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Parc national de La Réunion (cœur)

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    Location: Cilaos, Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France

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    December 22, 2022

    Hiking

    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 level. This volcano, inactive for about 12,000 years, is responsible for the creation of two thirds of the island. Its name is misleading since snowfalls are rare there, and eternal snow non-existent. However, it is cold there and, therefore, hikers who venture there must be well equipped.
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    March 23, 2022

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    The place for gigantic sunrises and sunsets! Accordingly, the route up here is very crowded very early on. But the sight makes up for it.
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    April 27, 2020

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    A unique view of the island and the sea. This sunrise is definitely worth the trip and the climb.
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    Best Hikes to Piton des Neiges – 3,070 m summit

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

    15.5km

    09:05

    1,650m

    1,650m

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

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    4.3

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    26.7km

    11:34

    2,060m

    2,060m

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

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 3,080 m

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    21° 4′ 59″ S, 55° 28′ 59″ O

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