Sometimes the best views in La Réunion aren’t planned — they’re waiting for you to pull over.

This unofficial viewpoint near Sainte-Rose, along the island’s wild east coast, is a perfect example. Stop along the roadside where the cliffs open up, and you’ll be rewarded with a scene that feels like a movie: waves slamming the lava rock, lush green hills tumbling toward the ocean, and clouds curling dramatically over the volcanic peaks inland.

The scenery shifts constantly with the light — one minute you’ll have sharp blues and greens under clear skies, the next, a low mist rolling in with soft, cinematic haze. It’s a photographer’s dream, but also a quiet place to just take a breath and feel small in the best way.

👉 Pro Tip: Watch for small lay-bys or local picnic spots between Pointe de la Table and Anse des Cascades — there are several natural breaks in the forest with ocean views.
👉 Hidden Gem: Stay for a few minutes — the sky often shifts quickly, revealing rainbows, gliders, or whales in season (June–October).