Piton de la Fournaise is a shield volcano on the eastern side of Réunion island. Located within the Réunion National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Piton de la Fournaise is one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Also known as 'The Peak of the Furnace', the volcano has had more than 150 recorded eruptions since the 17th century, with the most recent eruption beginning in January 2017. Standing at 2,631 metres in height and about 530,000 years old, this volcano is one of Réunion Island’s most popular tourist attractions.
Unesco: Pitons, cirques and remparts of Reunion Island
RR: RR Francophone
Date: June 18
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