Réunion (/ riːˈjuːnjən /; French: [la ʁe.ynjɔ̃] ⓘ; Reunionese Creole: La Rényon; known as Île Bourbon before 1848) is an island in the Indian Ocean that is an overseas department and region of France.

La Réunion est une île volcanique située dans l'ouest de l'océan Indien, à l'est de l'Afrique, dans l'hémisphère sud. Elle constitue à la fois un département et une région d'outre-mer français (DROM).

Dec 17, 2024 · Reunion is an island of the Mascarene Islands that is a French overseas department and overseas region. It is located in the western Indian Ocean about 420 miles (680 km) east of Madagascar and 110 miles (180 km) southwest of Mauritius. The capital is Saint-Denis, on the northern coast.

Feb 22, 2021 · A tiny French-speaking island in the Indian Ocean, tucked between Mauritius and Madagascar, La Réunion is only 2500 km2. But don’t be mistaken by its size: home to over 200 micro-climates, it is a treasure for landscape variety.

Canyoning on Reunion Island: Take the plunge into the water Explore Reunion Island from the skies: paragliding Hiking on Reunion Island: explore the island’s footpaths

Dec 26, 2023 · Reunion is a rugged volcanic island and consists of rugged mountains that are dissected by short rivers. Situated on the eastern part of the Island is Piton de la Fournaise – an active shield volcano.

Visit the Reunion Island and its active volcano Piton de la Fournaise, hike the trails in the Cirques and National Park, discover the Creole culture and cuisine

It is home to the highest peak in the Indian Ocean and one of the most active volcanoes on the planet, the Piton de la Fournaise. In Reunion Island, between two diving sessions, all the paths lead to the Hauts, the crucible of the singularity of the island with a big show!

Réunion (French: La Réunion) is an island of France. It is also a region of France and an overseas department of France, meaning France owns the island nation. It is in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar, about 200 km (125 miles) southwest of Mauritius. Its capital is Saint-Denis. The highest point in La Reunion is La piton des neiges.

Expect awesome mountains, emerald forests, tumbling waterfalls, soul-stirring panoramas, energetic coastal cities and a sprinkling of white- or black-sand beaches – not to mention the formidable Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most accessible active volcanoes.