Saint-Leu

Saint-Leu

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Leu
Insee code97413
Postcode97436
Latitude-21.1736770
Longitude55.2903250
Altitude572 meters
Population31298 inhabitants
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Chief townSaint-Denis (at 51 km, 42 min)CLOSEST TOWNS
DepartmentRéunionLes Trois-Bassins at 7.6 km
RegionOverseasSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Saint-Leu is a city of nearly 30,000 inhabitants, with its charming small marina.

The sky, sea and land divide activities: paragliding, surfing, diving, biking, hiking, trail are waiting for you.

Saint-Leu has its waterfront popular with picnickers weekend, the favorite hobby of Reunion, the family gathers around a good curry under the casuarinas (Curry: traditional dish of Reunion).

At night, you will find bars, restaurants, pizzeria.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Stella Matutina Museum, on the way to Piton Saint-Leu, south of the city, the old sugar factory Stella Matutina was converted into a museum in which agriculture and industry are explained every step of the manufacture of sugar and rum.
  • Botanical Mascarin. To discover all the endemic species, exotic and imported from the island.
  • Kélonia, Centre for Study and Discovery of Marine Turtles.
  • Scuba diving (snorkel or bottle).
  • Salt Museum.
  • Circuit cultural and tourist center proposed and led by the Office of Tourism.
  • Activities: paragliding, surfing, hiking, volleyball, surfing, handball, football, tennis, fencing, Basque ball, athletics, pony, dance and theater.
Detailed information
Leisure centresBeach of Saint-Leu,   Museum Agricole et industriel - Stella matutina
MonumentsCheminée Le Portail,   Church of the Sacré-Coeur,   Limestone Kiln Méralikan

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Leu Tempo Festival is held annually in the month Saint-Leu May Stage show, ambulatory, street performance.
  • Three letters i Kartié défoul, sports at the initiative of the municipality.
  • The festival of La Salette: Thousands of pilgrims gather in Saint-Leu in September, religious festival.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Tailor-made hike in RéunionNature and the outdoors51 €Saint-Leu
Two-seat paraglider flight on La RéunionSports sensationsFrom 75 € to 100 €Saint-Leu
Maiden flight in a two-seat paragliderSports sensationsFrom 75 € to 95 €Saint-Leu
Hike or mountain bike ride in RéunionNature and the outdoors45 €Saint-Leu
Visit the island of Reunion in camperNature and the outdoorsFrom 290 € to 490 €Les Avirons (8.7 km)

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PHOTOS
View Saint-Leu
 
Kélonia observatory turtles
Salt Museum at Pointe au Sel
 
Battery Sans-Culottes
Coastline Saint-Leu
  
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WEATHER
Friday 24 May
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Min. 23°C - Max. 27°C
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 23°C - Max. 27°C
Sunday 26 May
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Min. 23°C - Max. 27°C
RESTAURANTS 
Auberge restaurant de la mare
Cilaos
Restaurant located in Cilaos, in the heart of the meeting, with a view panoramique. Placé a lake with these jets multicolores. Et especially these traditional dishes, Creole, Chinese,...
Located 19.2 km from Saint-LeuFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Le platane
Cilaos
A very good place for both the home plate. You eat omelettes, pizzas, curries and very good lenses. We also see great pictures of Reunion lontan, signed Jean Legros and projected simultaneously...
Located 19.2 km from Saint-LeuFrom 15 € to 20 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Balcon créole Michelle huet  
Saint-Leu
Located 550 m above sea level, providing a unique panoramic view of the lagoon, and Michelle Francis 'Gîtes de France' offer 4 guest rooms and a detached cottage 2 to 4 persons classified...
Located in Saint-LeuFrom 50 € to 483 € the double room 
Villa Mascarine  
Saint-Leu
Isabelle and Cyril welcome you on the west coast of Reunion Island at Villa Mascarine ***, charming guest house. 2 b&b bedrooms are ideal for 2 people for stays from 2 to 4 nights....
Located in Saint-LeuFrom 97 € to 128 € the double room 
L'auberge du pave  
Saint-Paul
- Pave the inn is located in the west to Bellemene saint paul, on the hill above St. Paul, in a quiet, 15 minutes from the beaches of the seaside resort of St Gilles les bains, canoe...
Located 16.8 km from Saint-LeuFrom 59 € to 65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chap'tit lagon
Saint-Leu
Private house with 4 independent furnished flats. Swimming pool in the center. Lagoon behind the house. Close to all services, by foot.
Located in Saint-Leu450 € per week 
Casamartin  
9.1
Saint-Leu
Cottage, studio type 35 sqm in residential area, private swimming-pool in tropical garden, barbecue, gazebo, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower and washing machine, toilet,...
Located in Saint-Leu350 € per week 
Kaz'oualé bungalows  
8
Saint-Leu
Pretty wood bungalows equipped, great view on west coast, pool, quiet and intimate, perfect for small groups or families.
Located in Saint-LeuFrom 390 € to 435 € per week 

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HOTELS
Iloha Seaview hôtel  
Saint-Leu
Set on 2.8 acres of tropical gardens, these modern bungalows offer spacious balconies with far-reaching views of Saint-Leu Bay. A terrace with wooden tables and chairs surrounds the...
Located in Saint-LeuRoom from 90 €
Le Floralys  
Saint-Leu
Set in a 1-hectare park, this hotel is just 100 metres from La Pointe Beach on Reunion Island. It features free Wi-Fi and free access to AkOatys Water Park with an outside swimming...
Located in Saint-LeuRoom from 70 €
Aquabeach 
Saint-Paul
Situated on the west side of Reunion Island, Aquabeach is 200 metres from local shops and beaches. It offers air-conditioned apartments and studios surrounding an outdoor swimming pool...
Located 10.4 km from Saint-LeuRoom from 55 €

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Mercure Créolia Saint-Denis La Réunion
This Mercure is located in the north of Reunion Island. It offers a large outdoor terrace with sun loungers overlooking Saint...
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