Piton Rouge, Le Tampon

Piton Rouge is a volcanic summit in the region, reaching roughly 1,900 meters high at the northeastern edge of the Cafres plain. The mountain is part of the Piton de la Fournaise massif and shaped by distinctive volcanic formations.

The summit formed through volcanic activity that shaped the entire massif over hundreds of years. The region experienced many eruptions that continuously transformed the landscape and created its present appearance.

The summit sits along a major hiking route that crosses the region, showing how much local people value mountain activities in their daily lives. This place is woven into how residents experience and enjoy their surroundings.

Hikers can begin from the Piton Textor forest parking area and follow the marked trail upward. The walk requires moderate fitness and is best started early in the morning to have adequate daylight for the return.

The summit is home to specialized plant species that have adapted to the volcanic conditions and high elevation. This flora forms an ecosystem rarely seen elsewhere and demonstrates nature's remarkable adaptability.

Location: Le Tampon

Elevation above the sea: 1,926 m

GPS coordinates: -21.18926,55.60207

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:24