GR R3

Parc national de La Réunion (cœur), La Réunion, France

19.4 miles (31.3 km) · 8,980 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

GR R3 is a 19.4-mile loop route in Parc national de La Réunion (cœur), La Réunion, France, gaining 8,980 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 5.8 miles gaining 3,918 feet at an average 28.3% grade. Only 28% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a descent and finishes with a gradual descent.