Piton de la Fournaise
Mountain in Réunion · 2,631 m
The hike up Piton de la Fournaise
The route starts at Parking du Pas de Bellecombe — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Piton de la Fournaise?
Piton de la Fournaise is 2,631 m above sea level and lies in Réunion, Réunion. Its prominence is 1,023 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Piton de la Fournaise?
From Parking du Pas de Bellecombe it is about 4.4 km one way with 419 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 4 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Piton de la Fournaise?
The nearest parking is Parking du Pas de Bellecombe (northwest of the peak) — 4.4 km on foot · ↑ 419 m · about 3 h 4 min round trip. Alternative: Parking du Gîte du Volcan (northwest of the peak) (about 4.3 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Piton de la Fournaise in Conquer?
Yes — Piton de la Fournaise is one of 91 peaks in Réunion in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Piton de la Fournaise in the app
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