Sentier du Cratère Dolomieu

Voie normale de l'ascension du Piton de la Fournaise

At 6.1 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 21 minutes.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way.

As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.