Piton Plaine des Fougères

Piton Plaine des Fougères reaches an elevation of 1,800 meters above sea level, offering views across the natural amphitheater of Salazie and northern Réunion.

The mountain peak marks the historical boundary between the communes of Salazie and Sainte-Marie, representing the highest point within the Sainte-Marie jurisdiction.

The mountain trails connect local communities, allowing hikers to experience the natural diversity and geological formations characteristic of Réunion Island.

The hiking loop extends 14.5 kilometers with an elevation gain of 631 meters, requiring approximately four hours and thirty minutes to complete the circuit.

The volcanic rock formation stands as the 29th highest peak among 119 summits in the Piton de la Fournaise region, with a prominence of 455 meters.

Location: Sainte-Marie

Location: Salazie

Elevation above the sea: 1,800 m

Made from material: volcanic rock

GPS coordinates: -21.00390,55.48913

Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:09