Hell-Bourg- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Hell-Bourg is a village situated at an elevation of 1,344 meters within the Cirque de Salazie on Réunion Island. Named after former island governor Anne Chrétien Louis de Hell, it gained prominence in the 19th century as a spa town following the discovery of thermal springs in 1830. Although the springs were eventually rendered inactive by a landslide in 1948, the village has preserved its charm with traditional Creole architecture and has been recognized as one of "The Most Beautiful Villages in France" since 1999. Today, Hell-Bourg serves as a base for hiking activities, offering access to trails leading to Piton d'Anchaing and Piton des Neiges.