Languages spoken: French, Creole Run, some English
The city seen from the snow piton trail
Cilaos is a spa town of not far from 6000 inhabitants, located in the heart of Reunion Island, French department in the Indian Ocean. Famous for its hot springs, its vineyards and the starting point for a hike to the Piton des Neiges, a steep and inactive volcano that overlooks the city. It is the highest peak on the island. The city is known for its many races: Cimasa, bourbon trail ... and its waterfalls and rivers that flow along the steep slopes. For example, that of Fleurs Jaunes. Do not miss the canyoning in Cilaos for lovers of sensations.
Access to the circus is on foot, by car, by bicycle and by bus. The ideal is the car. For adventurers, the arrival is by bike or by hiking trails: Mafate, Salazie, Le piton des neiges ...