France · Saint-Joseph
Grand Galet Falls
The Grand Galet Falls is situated in the commune of Saint-Joseph on the island of Réunion. It is situated in the Réunion National Park, and its natural pool is a popular swimming and picnic place on weekends and holidays.
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Grand Galet Falls drops over a series of steps, inside Réunion National Park. It is a cascade-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Saint-Joseph, France. Access to the main viewpoint is rated moderate.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA 4.0).
As a cascade waterfall, water tumbles down a series of rock steps rather than falling free.
What you can do here
Also good forHikingPhotographyWildlife & safari
When to go
Spring snowmelt and rain make April to June the fullest months; October adds colour, and a hard winter can freeze the face.
Getting there
- Base town Saint-Joseph, France
- Country France
- Region Saint-Joseph, Western Europe, Europe
- Access Moderate — a real walk — expect stairs, uneven ground or an hour on the trail
How it compares
This waterfall
Grand Galet Falls
France
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Largest curtain
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Height108 mWidth1,708 m
Largest single sheet of falling water
Tallest on earth
Angel Falls
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Height979 mWidth—
Widest on earth
Khone Phapheng Falls
Laos
Height21 mWidth10,783 m
Measured across the whole multi-channel system
We don't have a reliable crest width for Grand Galet Falls yet, so it is left off the width chart. Tallest · widest lists.
On the map
-21.31083, 55.64167
Quick answers
Where is Grand Galet Falls?
Grand Galet Falls is in France (Saint-Joseph), inside Réunion National Park. The nearest base is Saint-Joseph, France. Its coordinates are -21.3108, 55.6417.
When is the best time to visit Grand Galet Falls?
Peak flow is April to June and October. Spring snowmelt and rain make April to June the fullest months; October adds colour, and a hard winter can freeze the face.
What can you do at Grand Galet Falls?
Beyond the viewpoints: swimming, hiking, photography and wildlife & safari. Access to the main viewpoint is rated moderate — a real walk — expect stairs, uneven ground or an hour on the trail.
Can you swim at Grand Galet Falls?
Yes — swimming is a normal part of a visit to Grand Galet Falls, in the pools away from the falling water. Only swim where it is permitted on the day, stay clear of the base of the falls where currents recirculate, and skip it after heavy rain.
How do you get to Grand Galet Falls?
The usual base is Saint-Joseph, France. A real walk — expect stairs, uneven ground or an hour on the trail from there.
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