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Friday 5 december 2008
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The Districts:
Plaine des Palmistes
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Saint-DenisSainte-MarieSainte-SuzanneSud
Le TamponSaint-PhilippeSaint-PierreSaint-JosephSaint-LouisLes AvironsEntre-DeuxL'Etang-SaléPetite-IleEst
Saint-AndréSaint-BenoitBras-PanonSainte-RoseOuest
Saint-PaulSaint-LeuLe PortLa PossessionTrois-BassinsLes Cirques
SalazieCilaos
All southern inhabitants drive through the Plaine des Palmistes to reach Saint-Denis in order to avoid daily traffic jams in the west. Situated between the northeastern and southern regions, at 1000 metres in altitude, the Plaine des Palmistes benefits from a mild and wet climate. A wide range of hiking trails allows you to discover its luxuriant vegetation. The breathtaking views compensate for the muddy paths!
To see
Piton de l'eau
A small mountain pond that is real even if out of place, and easily accessible after an hour’s walk. Viewpoints of the eastern coast and of the Piton des Neiges are worth seeing.Access: go through the Plaine des Cafres. Take the route du volcan, a few kilometres further on follow the signs.
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The only volcanic lake on
Cascade Biberon
The cascade Biberon is a magnificient 220 metre high waterfall.Access: from Saint-Benoit, go to the Plaine-des-Palmistes and 1.5 km after the entrance sign turn right onto the old national route. Take the ruelle Cascade Biberon. A carpark lies 300 metres further on.
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Cascade biberon
Bébour-Bélouve emerald forest
Get a breath of fresh air and discover protected vegetal species at the same time.Access: from the village, follow the signs « Petite-Plaine » and go deep into the forest.
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La forêt de Bébour-Bélouve (French)
Domaine des Tourelles
A beautiful mansion houses the “Archipel des métiers”, which is a training and promotion centre for handicrafts. Many artifacts are on sale. The house in itself is worth the visit. Originally built in 1927, it was entirely demolished and rebuilt exactly as before, in 1992. Parc Forestia
Fancy playing Tarzan ? Parc Forestia is the right place for you. 10 meters above the ground, young and old alike will enjoy moving between the trees in complete safety.Access: follow the signs
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Pictures of the parc Forestia
Le Bassin des Hirondelles
No particular difficulty is encountered when strolling at “Le Bassin des Hirondelles.” 180 meters ascent, it’s a quiet path upon which wide wooden stairs follow one after the other. It is acknowledged that it rains quite often at the Plaine des Palmistes. As a result, the paths become quite muddy. Nevertheless, it doesn’t matter as it is worth a tour. And it’s only mud! Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit.Access: from Plaine-des-Palmistes, head towards Petite Plaine, then towards the Bébour forest. Cross the Col de Bébour. After having crossed the bridge on the Bras Canot, climb for 300 metres up to the carpark on the right-hand side of the road.
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Le Bassin des Hirondelles
Happenings
Recurrent happenings
- june- september
Infos & Projects
Plaine des Palmistes
Mayor : J-Luc SAINT-LAMBERT
Town Hall tel : 0262 51 49 10
Town Hall address : Rue de la République 97431 Plaine des Palmistes
Postal code : 97431
Surface Area : 8400 hectares
Population: 4222 inhabitants
- The “Gîte de Bélouve” during the week: beauty and peacefulness!
- Book an Hotel
- Book an Inn
- Find a Restaurant
Tourist Office
: Tél : 0262 51 39 92
Sunday morning market
- Forestia
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
Town Hall tel : 0262 51 49 10
Town Hall address : Rue de la République 97431 Plaine des Palmistes
Postal code : 97431
Surface Area : 8400 hectares
Population: 4222 inhabitants
In Focus
- Christmas markets across the island- The “Gîte de Bélouve” during the week: beauty and peacefulness!
In this region...
- Rent a Car- Book an Hotel
- Book an Inn
- Find a Restaurant
Useful Information
Tourist Office
: Tél : 0262 51 39 92
Activities
Sunday morning market
- Forestia
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
This month, Runweb propose to you to see :
(7)Miscellaneous (4)Exhibitions (3)Concerts
(3)Sport (1)Theatre Place
