Piton Pas des Sables, Volcanic summit in Réunion, France.
Piton Pas des Sables is a volcanic summit on Réunion that rises 2361 meters and marks the boundary between the Rempart des Sables and the desert-like plain of the island. From here you can survey the black lava landscape and clearly see the differently structured volcanic layers.
This geological structure formed from earlier eruptions of Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes. The successive lava flows have shaped the island landscape ever since.
The summit serves as a viewpoint where visitors can observe the different stages of volcanic activity and their impact on the island landscape. The view clearly shows how successive eruptions have reshaped the terrain.
The site has a designated parking area and an orientation table to help visitors identify various elements of the volcanic surroundings. During bad weather, visibility can quickly become limited, so visiting on a clear day is preferable.
During the austral winter, temperatures can drop low enough that the black lava plain becomes covered with frost. This rare sight shows a striking contrast between the icy sheen and the dark rock.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
