Rivière des Remparts, River valley in Saint-Joseph, Réunion, France
The Rivière des Remparts flows southward through a deep valley with walls reaching heights of 1000 meters near Saint-Joseph in Réunion.
The river valley formed over 250,000 years ago due to volcanic activity, with subsequent lava from Crater Commerson covering the area 2000 years ago.
The isolated village of Roche Plate, located within the valley, maintains connections to traditional Réunion life despite a significant population decrease after 1965.
Visitors can access panoramic views of the river from the Notre-Dame de la Paix viewpoint or explore the 27-kilometer watercourse through numerous hiking trails.
During dry seasons, the river flows underground through lava tunnels, only becoming visible during the rainy period when water fills the volcanic channels.
Location: Saint-Joseph
GPS coordinates: -21.38556,55.61861
Latest update: May 25, 2025 21:11
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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