L'étang-Salé Les Bains

L'étang-Salé Les Bains offers concrete options for different kinds of holiday: a striking beach of black volcanic sand, several hiking loops and a coastal path whose use varies by section. The routes differ in both length and destination. You can choose your holiday rental based on whether you want to focus mainly on the coastal scenery, a particular hiking route or nature activities.

Black volcanic sand on the coast

L'Étang-Salé beach stretches for 1.5 km, consists of volcanic sand and is lined with casuarina trees. It is the largest black sand beach on Réunion Island. There is a lifeguard station, toilets and showers at the beach. Check the availability of these facilities before your visit.

Market on the seafront

A 2023 municipal listing gives the seafront market as taking place every Sunday and describes local artisans, farmers and producers, as well as local products and crafts. The stalls may vary; check the current date before your visit. Alongside the beach scenery and hiking routes, the market offers another focus: local produce and crafts.

Hiking loops with different destinations

The three hiking loops start in the village of L'Étang-Salé les Bains. The 6 km loop goes as far as a junction 1.7 km from the Gouffre. The destination of the 8.5 km loop is a junction at Pointe de la Ravine-Sèche. The 13 km loop leads from the village to the remains of the Saint Louis railway bridge.

This makes it possible to compare both route length and the destination you want to reach: the loops range from 6 to 13 km and lead to different places. Match the route to your plans for the day and check local conditions before setting off.

A coastal path for different activities

The coastal path created by CIVIS is distinct from the circular routes. It leads from the first houses in L'Étang-Salé les Bains to the remains of the Saint Louis railway bridge and continues towards the Ravine Blanche district in Saint-Pierre. Depending on the section, the path is used for cycling, hiking or horse riding. A greenway runs alongside it, and the coastal path is also connected to a coastal side road.

Nature activities in L'Étang-Salé include diving, hiking and horse riding. These offer further activity options for planning your trip, alongside the hiking loops described above.

Choose a holiday rental to suit your travel plans

When looking for a holiday rental in L'étang-Salé Les Bains, you can start by deciding what you want your stay to focus on: the coastal scenery, a visit to the market or a particular route. If you want to focus on one of the hiking loops, compare its starting point in the village with the exact location of the accommodation. This way, you can choose your location to suit your plans for your holiday.

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