GR®R2 From St Denis to Le Baril (St Philippe) (Reunion Island)

Hike on the GRR2 across Reunion Island from Saint Denis to Le Baril (Saint-Philippe) via Bellepierre, Le Brule, La Roche Ecrite, Dos d'Ane, Aurere, Cayenne, Roche-Plate, Marla, le Col de Taïbit, Ilet des Salazes, la Cascade du Bras Rouge, Cilaos, La Plaine des Cafres and le Piton de la Fournaise. Guest House, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Camping, Shelter, Inn, Shops.

The GR®R2 trail linking Saint-Denis to Le Baril is the most spectacular section of the crossing of Réunion Island, passing from the urbanized north to the volcanic south. The landscape is one of constant transition, ranging from the humid tropical forests of Bélouve to the lunar, mineral expanses of Piton de la Fournaise. The flora is exceptionally rich, evolving from vast forests of native woodland and tree ferns to high-altitude heaths and lava flows where only pioneer vegetation thrives. The trail often follows old paths used by runaway slaves, weaving the history of the conquest of the island's interior. The fauna is elusive, but this area is home to unique endemic species of birds and insects. The route ends at Grand Brûlé, an impressive site of recent lava flows in Saint-Philippe.

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