Explore attractions around Hell-Bourg and Salazie

Hell-Bourg and the Cirque de Salazie offer an exceptional blend of lush nature, Creole culture, and unforgettable viewpoints.

Explore attractions around Hell-Bourg and Salazie

Hell-Bourg and the Cirque de Salazie offer an exceptional blend of lush nature, Creole culture, and unforgettable viewpoints. Whether you enjoy hiking, heritage visits, or peaceful nature walks, the area around Heva’s Gardens invites you to discover some of Réunion Island’s most iconic landscapes. Here is a selection of the best nearby attractions and experiences.
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For the adventurous

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For the adventurous:


- The Piton d'Anchaing: Its ascent is quite difficult, with a positive difference in altitude of 1000m, it takes 3 hours to reach its summit. Once on the plateau, you will enjoy an unequalled view with a 360° panorama of the Cirque. Departure from the end of the Ilet à Vidot road - 6 hours round trip
- The hike to the gite of Bélouve and Trou de fer : The departure of the path is about ten minutes walk from the hotel, of average difficulty, the ascent to the gite of Bélouve is done in 1h30/2h00, from the gite count 1h30/2h00 to join the platform of the Trou de Fer (note that at this day 27/06/22 this part of the path is closed, because of a scree making the site dangerous). Hell-bourg/Gite de Bélouve : 3h30 round trip - Hell-bourg/Trou de fer : 6h00 round trip.
- The 3 waterfalls : - departure frome Ilet à Vidot at 10 minutes walking from the hotel - 2 hours roundtrip
-Terre Plate and the Manouilh Spring: departure behind the stadium, located behind the hotel / arrival at the old thermal baths / town centre - 6h walk - 950 metres of positive difference in altitude - medium difficulty - some vertiginous passages.
-La Boucle des anciens Thermes: 1 hour - easy - departure from the town centre of Hell-bourg, next to the gendarmerie.
- La Nouvelle from the col des bœufs : departure 45 minutes by car from the hotel - 4 hours round trip - elevation gain 500m - medium difficulty. This is the easiest way to enter the Cirque de Mafate.
Please check the state of the paths before starting a hike, do not hesitate to ask us for information.
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Activities :


- "Circuit des Cases Créoles Hell Bourg" -Visit and Discovery of the Village - booking through the OTI EST - every day
- Trout fishing, located behind the hotel, after the stadium, open from Tuesday to Sunday
- La Maison Folio: opposite to the church, open from 9.30am to 11.30am and from 2pm to 5pm.
- The Museum of Music and Instruments of the Indian Ocean - open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm.
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Piton d’Anchaing

A challenging but rewarding ascent offering one of the most impressive 360° panoramas of the Cirque de Salazie. The trail begins at the end of the Ilet à Vidot road and takes about 6 hours round trip.
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Hike to Bélouve and Trou de Fer

Departing just 10 minutes from the hotel, this picturesque trail leads to the Bélouve refuge in about 1h30–2h00. From there, another 1h30–2h00 brings you to the viewpoint overlooking the legendary Trou de Fer.
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Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls)

A pleasant walk starting from Ilet à Vidot, only 10 minutes from the hotel. The full loop takes about 2 hours round trip, with beautiful views of the waterfalls.
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Terre Plate & Manouilh Spring

A more demanding hike starting behind the stadium and leading to the old thermal baths and Hell-Bourg centre. Expect around 6 hours of hiking, with several steep and exposed sections.
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La Boucle des Anciens Thermes

An easy 1-hour loop departing from Hell-Bourg town centre, perfect for a gentle walk and a first introduction to the area’s natural beauty.
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La Nouvelle via Col des Bœufs

About 45 minutes by car from the hotel, this is the easiest route into the Cirque de Mafate. Allow 4 hours round trip with a moderate elevation gain of 500 m.
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Local activities

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Circuit des Cases Créoles – Hell-Bourg

A charming cultural walking tour that showcases traditional Creole architecture and the village’s history. Available daily through the OTI Est.
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Trout fishing

Located just behind the hotel, near the stadium, the trout fishing area is open from Tuesday to Sunday—ideal for a peaceful outdoor activity.
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Maison Folio

Right across from the church, Maison Folio is a beautifully preserved Creole residence featuring lush gardens and historical interiors. Open from 9:30–11:30 and 14:00–17:00.
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Museum of Music and Instruments of the Indian Ocean

Discover unique instruments and musical traditions from across the Indian Ocean region. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00–18:00.
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