Piton Rouge

Piton Rouge is a mountain summit within the Massif du Piton des Neiges range on the French island of Réunion, standing at 2,402 meters. Several marked trails cross the mountainous terrain, passing through forests, grasslands, and rocky areas as they ascend.

The mountain formed through volcanic eruptions that shaped Réunion Island millions of years ago. This geological process created the landscape visible today and continues to influence the island's features.

This peak shapes how locals and visitors experience the island's interior landscape and connection to nature. The area represents how people relate to Réunion's wild spaces and use them for recreation and exploration.

Visitors should start early and bring sturdy hiking shoes and plenty of water, as trails are steep and weather can change quickly at higher elevations. Conditions vary across different altitudes, so layered clothing is helpful when moving through different zones.

Rare plant species thrive at the high elevations and have adapted to the cool temperatures and strong winds of the summit zone. These plants exist nowhere else in the world, making this place of botanical interest to those who explore it closely.

Location: Saint-Joseph

Elevation above the sea: 2,368 m

GPS coordinates: -21.25021,55.67667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:00