National Park & Nature

Foret de l'Etang-Sale

📍 L'Étang-Salé

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★★★★☆

Quick Facts

Location: Reunion
Category: National Park & Nature
Duration: about 1-3 hours along the trails
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: L'Étang-Salé
Coordinates: -21.2600, 55.3600

Introduction

A coastal forest of about 1,000 hectares in L'Étang-Salé, planted artificially from 1870 to hold back the advancing coastal sand dunes. It is densely planted with casuarinas, eucalyptus and Indian tamarind, supplemented with endemic coastal species, and is a popular black-and-white-sand park for jogging, hiking, cycling, horse riding and birdwatching.

✨ Highlights

A man-made coastal protection forest of about 1,000 hectares

At l'Étang-Salé Forest, A man-made coastal protection forest of about 1,000 hectares is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Black-sand trails suited to hiking, cycling and horse riding

At l'Étang-Salé Forest, Black-sand trails suited to hiking, cycling and horse riding is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A fitness trail and a range of outdoor activities in the park

At l'Étang-Salé Forest, A fitness trail and a range of outdoor activities in the park is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Transportation：Located in L'Étang-Salé; reach the forest fitness trail by following the coastal road.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: subject to on-site confirmation; admission: Free.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Foret de l'Etang-Sale?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Foret de l'Etang-Sale?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: subject to on-site confirmation; admission: Free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.