Commerson Crater, Volcanic crater in Réunion, France.
Commerson Crater reaches an elevation of 2,287 meters above sea level and features vertical walls descending approximately 120 meters into the earth.
The crater received its name from Philibert Commerson, an 18th-century French botanist who contributed to scientific exploration in the Indian Ocean region.
The crater forms part of Réunion National Park, where researchers study geological formations and conduct environmental monitoring of volcanic activities.
Several hiking trails lead to observation points around the crater, allowing visitors to examine the volcanic landscapes within the Piton de la Fournaise massif.
During Cyclone Hyacinthe in 1980, the crater recorded 6.43 meters of rainfall in 15 days, establishing a world record for precipitation from a tropical cyclone.
Location: Saint-Joseph
Elevation above the sea: 2,287 m
GPS coordinates: -21.20802,55.64186
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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