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The Districts: L'Etang-Salé

The name Etang-Salé comes from the fact that there used to be a lake (“étang” in French) which is dried up today. Etang-Salé is a multifaceted town, both rural (l’Etang-Salé les-hauts) and coastal (l’Etang-Salé-les-Bains). Mainly residential, the town is becoming more and more popular with tourists. Its long volcanic black sand beach stretching over 1500 metres makes it different from other towns. Etang-Salé also boasts a small fishing port. When coming from Saint-Leu, have a look at the “souffleurs” from which spring 10 to 20 metres high sprays when there is a large swell. You will be amazed by another unusual sight: the gulf situated on the old route nationale. This natural site is very impressive and relatively dangerous when the sea is rough. The water goes back and forth with an extreme violence. Don’t even think about climbing over the fences!

To see

The beach

Once on the bridge at Etang Salé, you can spot a huge black sandy beach which stretches over 1,5 km. When there is a large swell, huge hollow waves break against the shore. Highly appreciated by the surfers, windsurfers, swimmers, joggers and volleyball players… this is the most beautiful beach of the island for many people. The beach, near the harbour, is protected by a lagoon called “bassin pirogue”. The beach of Etang Salé has something for everyone, from families who enjoy calm waters to wave lovers.

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  The beaches

The forest

A forest of casuarinas, bois noirs des bas and manila tamarinds streches over about 1000 hectares. Everyday, people come here to jog, go for a bicycle ride or simply have a walk.

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Croc Parc

The Croc Park is home to 190 crocodiles. It is designed both for educational and recreational purposes. Find more information in our section devoted to animal attractions.

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  Croc Parc à Etang-Salé (French)

Le Souffleur

Situated Between Etang-Salé and Saint-Leu, le Souffleur is worth seeing. When there is a heavy swell, the waves rush onto the rocks and transform into impressive sprays. One needs to remain in the area which is marked out since the site is quite dangerous.

Happenings

L'Etang-Salé Mayor : Jean-Claude LACOUTURE
Town Hall tel : 02.62.33.43.33
Town Hall address : Avenue Raymond Barre 97427 L'Étang-Salé
Postal code : 97427

Surface Area : 8769 hectares
Population: 11755 inhabitants

In Focus

- The Novarhes Travel Trophy achieved a great success
- The beach tennis scores points
- Happy New Year 2008 with Runweb

In this region...

- Rent a Car
- Book an Hotel
- Book an Inn
- Find a Restaurant

Useful Information

Tourist Office
0262 26 67 32
Yellow Pages : Click here

Activities

> Enjoy the flea market held at Etang Salé’s waterfront on third Sunday of each month
> Poney trekking and mountain biking
> Surfing at different spots such as le brisan (a left), le galet (right-left peak) or with the simu
> Beach volleyball and beach soccer
> Golf at Bourbon Golf Club