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Saint-Gilles (974)
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Saint-Gilles (974)
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Located on the northwest coast and officially part of the Saint-Paul municipality, it is the main seaside resort of Réunion, with its share of (large) hotels and its marina. You can surf or go diving here. Saint-Gilles is also home to the Réunion aquarium and a lovely landscaped garden ("Eden Garden").
Overview of Saint-Gilles
Located on the northwest coast and officially part of the Saint-Paul municipality, it is the main seaside resort of Réunion with its share of (large) hotels and its marina. You can surf or go diving here. Saint-Gilles (officially Saint-Gilles-les-Bains) is also home to the Réunion aquarium and a lovely landscaped garden ("Eden Garden").
Key Details
- Type de lieu: small town.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth seeing).
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- Altitude: sea level.
- Site internet: https://www.ouest-lareunion.com/
History of Saint-Gilles
What to See and Do in Saint-Gilles
In the Area
Climate and Weather
The locality, considered one of the hottest on the island, has a tropical climate that influences its temperature, sunshine, and rainfall, which remains among the lowest on Réunion. The "dry season", from May to November, is the best time to visit.
Sea Temperature Throughout the Year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint-Gilles | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 26 |