생베누아 최고의 사이클링 경로

일요일에는 이곳에서 Grand Bassin 마을의 농산물 시장이 열립니다. 기후 조건 덕분에 계곡 아래에서는 일 년 내내 재배하고 수확할 수 있습니다.

27.05.25: Most of the huts up there looked deserted and run-down. Maybe they get busier during peak season, but at the end of May, it was more of a "lost place."

The waterfall starts even higher and is said to be over 1,000 m high. Legend says: Long ago, a rich man fell in love with a young girl from humble beginnings. The girl's father opposed any relationship between the two lovers. Despite his prohibition, they decided to marry. Enraged, the bride's father entered the church where the ceremony was taking place. Armed with a saber, he intended to kill this unacceptable son-in-law. The couple managed to escape into the valley, but the bride slipped and fell from the mountain. Her veil caught on the wall, giving the Bridal Veil Waterfall its name.

Bring water and supplies

The 152-meter-long bridge was built in 1893 and was in use until 1979. Restoration work began at the end of 2021 and lasted over 20 months. On December 22, 2023, the bridge was fully reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after the renovation was completed. The extensive restoration included, among other things, the replacement of the wooden pavement, the renewal of the joints of the stone walls, the complete replacement of the support cables, the removal of asbestos and the renewal of the metal bridge deck.

You need to be in good shape on these tours. There are often steep climbs and downhills.

very beautiful view from the Belouve gîte

La Mare à Poule d'Eau is a small, calm oasis located in the center of the Salazie cirque. It is set in a remarkable green setting. The surface of the body of water is largely covered with chouchou and casuarina trees. It is possible to fish there and go around it entirely.