Maison du Parc


The headquarters of the Parc National de la Réunion are based here. There's an interesting exhibition section, with plenty of information (in English) about Réunion's geology and various ecosystems.


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1. Domaine des Tourelles

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2. Grand Étang

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3. Takamaka Viewpoint

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4. Forêt Ste-Marguerite

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5. Belvédère du Nez-de-Bœuf

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6. Cratère Commerson

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Just off the road that leads to the volcano (it's signposted), this lookout affords spectacular views of a 230-metre deep crater.

7. Cité du Volcan

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8. Pas des Sables

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