GR R2 - Grande Traversee de La Reunion
Reunion · Africa · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 72/100
At a glance
| Countries | Reunion (France) |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Reunion island |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 134 km |
| Typical duration | 10-12 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 2496 m |
| Best season | Apr-Nov |
| Start | Saint-Denis |
| End | Le Baril (Saint-Philippe) |
| Permit / guide | no (gite/refuge booking required) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
72/100
Full north-south crossing of Reunion through the roadless Cirque de Mafate and both volcanoes; superb huts and waymarking (French GR standard).
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
gr-infos: 134 km, max elevation 2,496 m; FFRandonnee: 12 days (GR R1+R2+R3 = 23 days total).
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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