Demi-Piton, Mountain summit in Réunion Island, France.
The Demi-Piton rises to an elevation of 2,395 meters, forming a crescent-shaped peak composed of oceanites and olivine basalts in the Piton de la Fournaise massif.
The mountain received its current name after multiple changes, starting from Cratère de Cirque on Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent maps to its official designation in 1958.
The mountain stands as a testament to the volcanic heritage of Réunion Island, where French, Creole, and African influences merge in the local traditions.
Access to Demi-Piton is possible through the GR R2 hiking trail, which connects to the Forest Road of the Volcano leading to Bellecombe-Jacob pass.
The base of Demi-Piton contains Bellecombe Ashes, deposited during the collapse of the enclosure approximately 4,700 years ago.
Location: Sainte-Rose
Elevation above the sea: 2,395 m
GPS coordinates: -21.22846,55.66960
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:50
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