Piton d'Anchaing, Mountain summit in Salazie, Réunion, France.
The Piton d'Anchaing rises to 1,356 meters above sea level in the center of the natural cirque of Salazie on Réunion island.
The mountain bears the name of a former slave who, according to local records, found refuge on its peak while escaping from plantation owners.
The mountain features in numerous poems and stories of Réunion, including Auguste Lacaussade's collection titled Salazienne, which narrates the tale of Anchaing.
Hikers can access the summit via a marked trail from the D48 road, with a parking area that received concrete improvements in 2006.
The summit presents a height difference of 691 meters and offers views across the entire cirque of Salazie from its grassy observation area.
Location: Salazie
Elevation above the sea: 1,356 m
Made from material: volcanic rock
GPS coordinates: -21.04432,55.50059
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:02
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