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Discover the legendary Piton de la Fournaise

Located in the heart of Reunion Island, Piton de la Fournaise is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet. Accessible, spectacular, and fascinating, it offers an unforgettable experience to all visitors to Reunion Island.

👉 Good news: 2026 is an exceptional year to observe it!

🔥 2026 Eruptions: A Spectacular Year

The year 2026 marked an impressive return of volcanic activity:

• 🌋 January 18, 2026 : First eruption after more than 2 years of calm
• 🌋 February 13 → March 25, 2026 : a major eruption lasting 41 days
• 🌋 April 2026 : Resumption of activity with several eruptive phases

💡 Key fact:
The lava even reached the ocean, a rare and spectacular phenomenon that hadn't happened for years.

👉 Result:
+8 hectares of new land created by lava 🔥

👀 Why visit the volcano?

✔ A unique natural spectacle

Lava flows, incandescent projections, lunar landscapes… each eruption is different.

✔ Easy access

The volcano can be observed from safe points such as the Pas de Bellecombe.

✔ An unmissable activity

It is impossible to come to Reunion Island without discovering this site listed as a world heritage site.

🥾 What to do at Piton de la Fournaise?

• Hiking in the Enclos Fouqué
• Observation of the craters (Dolomieu, Bory)
• Exceptional panoramic views
• Observation of recent lava flows (depending on activity)

💡 Tip: Leave early in the morning to enjoy clear skies

⚠️ Security & Access

The volcano is under constant surveillance.
In case of an eruption:

• Some areas are closed
• Access is regulated

👉 Always check the conditions before leaving

🏡 Where to stay to visit the volcano?

To fully enjoy your excursion, choose well-located accommodation in the south of the island:

👉 From the summit of the volcano to the crashing waves, discover our comfortable bungalows:
➡️ https://www.cazadodo.com/ti-caze-nature
➡️ https://www.cazadodo.com/ti-caze-dodo

✔ Easy access to the volcano (via the dual carriageway)
✔ Calm and nature
✔ Affordable prices