🥾 Hiking: Iron Hole

Easy hike from the Bélouve Gîte to the Trou de Fer – An unforgettable walk in the Bélouve forest

Starting from Plaine des Palmistes, just a few minutes from our guest house, discover one of the natural jewels of Reunion Island: the hike to Trou de Fer, in the heart of the primary forest of Bélouve.

🕒 Duration: approximately 2 hours 45 minutes (round trip)
📏 Distance: 9.3 km
📍 Elevation gain: +230 m (altitudes between 1340 m and 1540 m)
🚶‍♂️ Level: easy – ideal for families

How to get there:

• From Plaine des Palmistes, head towards Petite Plaine.
• Then follow the Col de Bébour road to the end, where you will find the parking lot for the Gîte de Bélouve.
• From the parking lot, walk to the refuge and begin a magical stroll.

An accessible and immersive hike

The route is equipped with long wooden walkways (made of reticulated tamarind), making walking pleasant even in wet weather – typical of the Bélouve rainforest. This feature allows visitors to enjoy the scenery without difficulty, even when the paths are muddy.

The highlight of the show: the Iron Hole

At the end of the path, a breathtaking panorama awaits: the famous Trou de Fer, a stunning 725-meter waterfall, the highest in France and one of the most impressive in the world. On a clear day, the view is simply stunning. That's why we recommend planning this outing for a sunny day to fully enjoy the spectacle.

Stay in our guest house in Plaine des Palmistes and enjoy personalized advice to discover the most beautiful hikes in Reunion Island, including the Trou de Fer, an unmissable natural site for nature lovers.