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Saint-Leu’s tourism definitely has a future. The town has all the key ingredients to guarantee successful holidays : a lovely beach, a fishing port, breathtaking activities (paragliding, diving and surfing) and interesting visits (Centre de découverte des Tortues, Musée Stella Matutina...). The waterfront, which has been recently renovated, has become a favourite spot for weekend picnicers. The kiosks under the casuarinas are the ideal place from which to enjoy the sunsets and the last surfers.
To see
Kelonia, sea turtle observatory
The Centre d'Etude et de Découverte des Tortues Marines opened on August 18, 2006. The ancient Ferme Corail was given a new lease of life thanks to this fully renovated museum.
Links
Kelonia, centre d'étude et de découverte (French)
Beaches
Having a swim in Saint-Leu is enjoyable and quite safe, provided one doesn’t move more than 100 metres away from the coast. Beyond that limit, it is essential to wear a mask, a snorkel and water-shoes or flippers in order to observe the fish and the coral reef, now sadly spoilt. Beware of the urchins and hold your stomach in if you don’t want to get hurt by the coral that nearly comes above the water surface.Links
Pictures of the beaches
Paragliding
Saint-Leu is the perfect spot for paragliding. Take off from the Colimaçons (800 m above sea level) and land on the beach (behind the Ferme Corail).Links
Paragliding in Réunion Island
Dans les airs : le parapente (French)
Surfing
Saint-Leu is a Mecca for surfing. A part of the international professional surfing event is organised here every year. “Le Spot” lies at the edge of Saint-Leu towards Saint-Pierre.Links
Surfing and Bodyboardingin RéunionI sland
Scuba Diving
La Pointe au Sel is one of the most popular diving spots of Réunion Island. There is a 70 metres deep abyss where rays, tunas and hammerhead sharks can be spotted.Links
Scuba diving in Réunion Island
Tourist attractions
- Kelonia- Conservatoire Botanique National de Mascarin
- Other interesting spots: creole houses and colonial houses
- The Musée de Stella Matutina holds a special place in the list of tourist attractions. Discover Réunion Island’s history in this exceptional museum, superbly laid out.
Links
Conservatoire Botanique National de Mascarin (Fr)
Exposition insolite au Stella Matutina (Fr)
Saint-Leu, Village Créole
15 Réunion Island villages belonging to 12 “communes” hold the « Village Créole » label. This label is a sign of authenticity, the sense of welcome and the respect for traditions and heritage.This label is not “static”: following a charter, all villages commit themselves to making regular progress regarding the different criteria.
Links
Saint-Leu, Village Créole
Happenings
Recurrent happenings
Miscellaneous
Circuit culturel : de boucan laleu à kartié trois lettres Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu(10/01/2009 - 10/01/2009)
Stage d´art plastique et d´expression corporelle Conservatoire Botanique National de Mascarin
(20/01/2009 - 23/01/2009)
Circuit culturel : de boucan laleu à kartié trois lettres Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(07/02/2009 - 07/02/2009)
Circuit culturel : de boucan laleu à kartié trois lettres Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(21/02/2009 - 21/02/2009)
Sport
Piton rouge : sur les traces du roi Phaonce Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu(10/01/2009 - 10/01/2009)
Boucle des tamarins Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(14/01/2009 - 14/01/2009)
Piton rouge : sur les traces du roi Phaonce Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(17/01/2009 - 17/01/2009)
Piton rouge : sur les traces du roi Phaonce Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(21/01/2009 - 21/01/2009)
Boucle des tamarins Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(24/01/2009 - 24/01/2009)
Circuit de découverte de Saint-Leu en Vélo Solaire Office de Tourisme de Saint-Leu
(24/01/2009 - 24/01/2009)
Infos & Projects
Saint-Leu
Mayor : Thierry ROBERT
Town Hall tel : 02.62.34.80.03
Town Hall address : Rue du Général Lambert 97436 Saint-Leu
Postal code : 97436
web site : http://www.stleu.fr
Surface Area : 11837 hectares
Population: 25314 inhabitants
- Reunion Island marks itself out in Basque Pelotas
- Trois-Bassins, the trendiest surf spot of the moment
- Miss Réunion, elected Miss France 2008
- Tao Thé, A taste of relaxation: A world of Tea
- Interview with Davy Sicard held on April 23th, 2007
- Revolution in windsurfing
- Have a drink while listening to top quality music free of charge...
- Book an Hotel
- Book an Inn
- Find a Restaurant
Tourist Office
tel : 02 62 34 63 30
Yellow Pages : Click here
Located half way between “Le Centre des tortues” and “Le Port de Plaisance,” the major surfing spot
Paragliding
Town Hall tel : 02.62.34.80.03
Town Hall address : Rue du Général Lambert 97436 Saint-Leu
Postal code : 97436
web site : http://www.stleu.fr
Surface Area : 11837 hectares
Population: 25314 inhabitants
In Focus
- The Cape Riding School celebrates its 1st birthday!!!- Reunion Island marks itself out in Basque Pelotas
- Trois-Bassins, the trendiest surf spot of the moment
- Miss Réunion, elected Miss France 2008
- Tao Thé, A taste of relaxation: A world of Tea
- Interview with Davy Sicard held on April 23th, 2007
- Revolution in windsurfing
- Have a drink while listening to top quality music free of charge...
In this region...
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Useful Information
Tourist Office
tel : 02 62 34 63 30
Yellow Pages : Click here
Activities
Thrilling sportLocated half way between “Le Centre des tortues” and “Le Port de Plaisance,” the major surfing spot
Paragliding
