Holiday in La Réunion
Island in France — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇫🇷
Country
France
Type
Island
Best time to travel
May to November — dry season, cooler. Optimal hiking season. December-April hot, humid, cyclone risk.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Flight from Paris (11h direct flight) to La Réunion (RUN). From Germany via Paris, approximately 13-15 hours total.
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What makes La Réunion special as a destination?
La Réunion, the French overseas department in the Indian Ocean, is perhaps the most dramatic island in the world. An active volcano (Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active in the world), three gigantic cirques, and a biodiversity that is a UNESCO World Heritage site make the island a true paradise for hikers. Piton des Neiges (3,070m) is the highest mountain in the Indian Ocean. The three cirques — Mafate (accessible only on foot!), Cilaos, and Salazie — offer trekking through canyons, waterfalls, and tropical vegetation of surreal beauty. At the same time, La Réunion is French: baguettes and croissants in the morning, Creole cuisine in the evening, and euros in your pocket save you from currency conversions. The island lies right next to Mauritius but offers a completely different experience — nature instead of beach, adventure instead of resort.
What are the top highlights in La Réunion?
The top highlights in La Réunion include Piton de la Fournaise, Cirque de Mafate, Piton des Neiges, Cascade Langevin, Cirque de Cilaos.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Piton de la Fournaise
One of the most active volcanoes in the world — hike to the crater rim through a lunar landscape of lava.
Cirque de Mafate
Accessible only on foot or by helicopter — remote villages, tropical canyons, and epic hiking trails.
Piton des Neiges
At 3,070m the highest mountain in the Indian Ocean — sunrise hike above the clouds.
Cascade Langevin
Spectacular waterfall in the south of the island — crystal-clear natural pools for swimming surrounded by tropical forest.
Cirque de Cilaos
Thermal baths, wine (yes, wine on a tropical island!), and dramatic rock formations in a massive cirque.
Hotels in La Réunion
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When is the best time to visit La Réunion?
The best time to visit La Réunion is May to November — dry season, cooler. Optimal hiking season. December-April hot, humid, cyclone risk.. 25-32°C at the coast, cooler in the mountains In winter: 18-26°C coast, 5-15°C mountains
Recommended travel time
May to November — dry season, cooler. Optimal hiking season. December-April hot, humid, cyclone risk.
Summer
25-32°C at the coast, cooler in the mountains
Winter
18-26°C coast, 5-15°C mountains
How much does a holiday in La Réunion cost?
Budget travellers: 45-70 €/day, mid-range: /day, luxury: 160-350 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-70 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
160-350 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to La Réunion?
Flight from Paris (11h direct flight) to La Réunion (RUN). From Germany via Paris, approximately 13-15 hours total.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for La Réunion?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
GR R2 Trek: The long-distance trail across the entire island (5-7 days) through all three cirques is one of the best treks in the world.
Gîtes de Montagne: Mountain huts in the cirques offer simple accommodation and Creole dinner — book in advance!
Car rental + hiking: The best combination: rental car for the coast, then hike in the cirques. Caution: mountain roads are winding!
Euro zone: La Réunion uses the euro — no currency worries, EU roaming, and French infrastructure.
What should you eat in La Réunion?
Typical specialities in La Réunion: Cari (Curry Réunionnais) — Creole curry with chicken, fish, or pork, turmeric, ginger, and rice — the daily dish No. 1., Rougail Saucisse — Sausages in spicy tomato sauce with rice — the island's most popular comfort food., Samoussas — Fried triangles with meat, fish, or vegetables — Indian influence as a Creole street snack., Bouchons — Steamed meatballs in Chinese style — the Chinese contribution to Réunionese cuisine., Rhum Arrangé — Rum infused with fruits, vanilla, or spices — every restaurant has its own creation..
These specialties you must try!
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