Belvédère du Maïdo, Mountain viewpoint in Saint-Paul, Réunion.
Located at 2,190 meters altitude, Belvédère du Maïdo provides views across the Cirque de Mafate valley and western coast of Réunion Island.
The observation post developed into a significant tourist destination following the construction of access roads through the Tamarin forest during the 20th century.
The name Maïdo represents the connection to local heritage, while the site serves as a gathering point for residents celebrating outdoor traditions.
Visitors should arrive before 10:00 AM to experience clear visibility, as clouds frequently cover the valley during later hours of the day.
The viewpoint enables visitors to observe the isolated Cirque de Mafate settlement, which remains accessible only by foot or helicopter.
Location: Saint-Paul
GPS coordinates: -21.07067,55.38795
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19
La Réunion features volcanoes, waterfalls and mountains. The Piton des Neiges rises to 3070 meters. The island contains deep canyons, crater lakes and botanical gardens. Historical sites like Chapelle Pointue and Saint-Paul cemetery document the colonial period.
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199 m
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Roche Écrite
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Trois Salazes
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Gros Morne
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11.1 km
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11 km
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9.5 km
La Chapelle, Réunion
9.8 km
Les Trois Roches
3.2 km
Roche Merveilleuse
11.3 km
Cap Noir
8.6 km
Bronchard
2.6 km
Église Saint-Martin
10.3 km
Fleurs Jaunes
9.1 km
Domaine de Clermont
10 km
Cheminée Bellemène
10.8 km
Bassin Vital
11.2 km
Piton Benoune
11.4 km
Église de la Sainte-Famille de Bellemène
11.1 km
Chapelle de Marla, cirque de Mafate
6.1 km
Église Sainte-Thérèse d'Avila
8.6 km
Piton Camp d'Henri
10.7 km
Piton Mare d'Affouche
10.7 km
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10.1 kmReviews
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