Reunion cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 15 January 2025.
This is the best list of 697 cities in the Reunion available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
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Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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11888438 | Les Colimaçons les Hauts | Les Colimacons les Hauts,Les Colimaçons les Hauts | RE | -21.13054 | 55.30517 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877364 | Duparc | Duparc | RE | -20.90368 | 55.52224 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935602 | Les Chicots | Les Chicots | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.11445 | 55.74925 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935775 | Îlet à Cordes | Ilet a Cordes,Îlet à Cordes | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.15409 | 55.43722 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877157 | Charrié | Charrie,Charrié | RE | -21.3321 | 55.56789 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877354 | Le Château | Le Chateau,Le Château | RE | -20.96447 | 55.61259 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11101563 | Bourg-Murat | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.20366 | 55.57292 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877837 | Fond Benjoin | Fond Benjoin | RE | -21.02771 | 55.28181 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877797 | La Perrière | La Perriere,La Perrière | RE | -20.995 | 55.30948 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11879318 | La Route Delisle | La Route Delisle | RE | -21.21541 | 55.33981 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
936077 | Bois Rouge | Bois Rouge,Bois-Rouge | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.918 | 55.53133 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877308 | Bois de Pomme | Bois de Pomme | RE | -21.01742 | 55.54687 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877546 | Bras Sec les Bas | Bras Sec les Bas | RE | -21.2168 | 55.35327 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935791 | Harmonie | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.01377 | 55.70108 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
936095 | Bethléem | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03912 | 55.67443 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
935688 | La Renaissance | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03005 | 55.26888 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
935153 | Le Tremblet | Le Tremblet,Tremblet | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.30403 | 55.8012 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877350 | Deux Rives | Deux Rives | RE | -20.95336 | 55.61808 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877349 | Belle Vue | Belle Vue | RE | -20.93645 | 55.60649 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935380 | Le Plate | Le Plate,Plate | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.20448 | 55.33371 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877428 | Îlet des Salazes | Ilet des Salazes,Îlet des Salazes | RE | -21.11256 | 55.44924 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935353 | La Ravine Blanche | La Ravine Blanche,Ravine Blanche | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.33707 | 55.46053 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877795 | Ravine Renaud | Ravine Renaud | RE | -21.00338 | 55.30053 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877348 | Camp des Évis | Camp des Evis,Camp des Évis | RE | -20.93966 | 55.63272 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877436 | Îlets du Bras de Saint-Paul | Ilets du Bras de Saint-Paul,Îlets du Bras de Saint-Paul | RE | -21.14859 | 55.43627 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877314 | Ravine Grosse Roche | Ravine Grosse Roche | RE | -21.02315 | 55.53559 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935175 | Takamaka | Takamaka | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.31786 | 55.80094 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11878403 | Lianes Passage | Lianes Passage | RE | -21.3385 | 55.58666 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11888746 | Le Lambert les Hauts | Le Lambert les Hauts | RE | -21.24407 | 55.37403 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877488 | Montvert | Montvert | RE | -21.09885 | 55.30538 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877346 | Marancourt | Marancourt | RE | -20.91783 | 55.60603 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877351 | Bras Pistolet | Bras Pistolet | RE | -20.96125 | 55.60628 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935708 | La Montagne | La Montagne,Montagne | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.88877 | 55.42267 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935475 | M. Lamotte | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.98333 | 55.66667 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877151 | Le Plateau | Le Plateau | RE | -21.37914 | 55.66084 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935684 | Rivière des Pluies | La Riviere des Pluies,La Rivière des Pluies,Riviere des Pluies,Rivière des Pluies | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.91339 | 55.50976 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877772 | Le Déboulé | Le Deboule,Le Déboulé | RE | -20.98441 | 55.31251 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935267 | Saint-Benoît | Saint-Benoit,Saint-Benoît,Sankt-Benua,Санкт-Бенуа | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03795 | 55.71546 | 35310 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935655 | Casabois | Casabois,Le Cazabois | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03787 | 55.46437 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935765 | Peter Both | Ilet du Peter-Boot,Peter Both,Peter-boot,Îlet du Peter-Boot | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.17216 | 55.461 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877832 | Pavillon | Pavillon | RE | -21.09397 | 55.26778 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877706 | Îlet à Vidot | Ilet a Vidot,Îlet à Vidot | RE | -21.0644 | 55.50925 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935662 | Le Butor | Le Butor | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.88736 | 55.47072 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877245 | Les Remparts | Les Remparts | RE | -21.13629 | 55.60497 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877392 | Mathurin | Mathurin | RE | -21.02033 | 55.48757 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935520 | Mare à Vieille Place | Mare a Vieille Place,Mare à Vieille Place | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.02733 | 55.50843 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11879315 | La Pente Maingard | La Pente Maingard | RE | -21.17952 | 55.3283 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935890 | Fleurimont | Fleurimont | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03516 | 55.26837 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
936160 | Bain | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.05 | 55.51667 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877850 | Bois Court | Bois Court | RE | -20.92006 | 55.54254 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877478 | Pausé | Pause,Pausé | RE | -21.07263 | 55.31003 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935230 | Saint-Gilles les Hauts | Saint-Gilles les Hauts,Saint-Gilles-les Hauts | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.0502 | 55.27 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877576 | Le Chemin Richard | Le Chemin Richard | RE | -21.24198 | 55.42408 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877253 | Piton Hyacinthe | Piton Hyacinthe | RE | -21.22161 | 55.52624 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935545 | Maison Moullan | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03333 | 55.5 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
936128 | Bel-Air | Bel Air,Bel-Air | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.90532 | 55.59304 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935260 | Sainte-Anne | Sainte Anne (La Reunion),Sainte-Anne,Village Sainte Anne | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.08522 | 55.74944 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11879314 | Le Chemin Canal | Le Chemin Canal | RE | -21.17807 | 55.29242 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877857 | La Liberté | La Liberte,La Liberté | RE | -20.93809 | 55.60233 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
936024 | Camp de Pierrot | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.05418 | 55.46895 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
935695 | La Plaine des Cafres | La Plaine des Cafres | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.22526 | 55.55588 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935638 | Le Guillaume | Le Guillaume | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.03786 | 55.29893 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877490 | Les Camélias | Les Camelias,Les Camélias | RE | -21.16476 | 55.3284 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935345 | La Ravine des Cabris | La Ravine des Cabris,Ravine des Cabris | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.28612 | 55.4701 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935557 | Mahavel | Mahavel | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.27578 | 55.46912 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935774 | Îlet à Déjeuner | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.9959 | 55.40796 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877707 | Le Plateau | Le Plateau | RE | -21.03025 | 55.50556 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935474 | Moka | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.93247 | 55.5134 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877304 | Pitou | Pitou | RE | -21.01459 | 55.68744 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877609 | Îlet du Bras Sec | Ilet du Bras Sec,Îlet du Bras Sec | RE | -21.22475 | 55.50377 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877571 | Le Pont Neuf | Le Pont Neuf | RE | -21.28385 | 55.42955 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11879316 | Bac en Fer | Bac en Fer | RE | -21.186 | 55.32871 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877169 | La Croisée | La Croisee,La Croisée | RE | -21.36755 | 55.56719 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877854 | L’Allée Coco | L’Allee Coco,L’Allée Coco | RE | -20.93136 | 55.53113 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877893 | Canal du Brûlé | Canal du Brule,Canal du Brûlé | RE | -20.91302 | 55.44001 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935654 | Le Chaudron | Chaudron,Le Chaudron | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.89195 | 55.49528 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11879312 | Pierre Paillard | Pierre Paillard | RE | -21.19494 | 55.31155 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935659 | Le Cap | Le Cap | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.07795 | 55.72372 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
936006 | Cascades | RE | -21.15 | 55.83333 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||||
935956 | La Convenance | Convenance,Convenance Ancienne Usine,La Convenance | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.89478 | 55.56522 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877612 | Le Bras Long | Le Bras Long | RE | -21.23433 | 55.47183 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
6692055 | La Saline les Bains | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.18249 | 55.29282 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
935542 | Les Makes | Les Makes,Makes | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.20783 | 55.40548 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877494 | Lotissement de la Pointe des Châteaux | Lotissement de la Pointe des Chateaux,Lotissement de la Pointe des Châteaux | RE | -21.14587 | 55.27716 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877610 | La Ravine des Citrons | La Ravine des Citrons | RE | -21.24191 | 55.48125 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877426 | Maison Laclos | Maison Laclos | RE | -21.09505 | 55.43757 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935586 | Les Trois Frères | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.90802 | 55.59779 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877502 | Tan Rouge | Tan Rouge | RE | -21.06255 | 55.29676 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935815 | Grand Galet | Grand Galet,Le Grand Galet | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.30981 | 55.6405 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935839 | Grand Coude | Grand Coude | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.29306 | 55.62576 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877352 | L’Hermitage | L’Hermitage | RE | -20.97014 | 55.60264 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877542 | Bois Blanc | Bois Blanc | RE | -21.24532 | 55.31762 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11877943 | Plateau la Mare | Plateau la Mare | RE | -21.01285 | 55.48213 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935913 | L’Espérance les Hauts | Esperance,Espérance,L’Esperance les Hauts,L’Espérance les Hauts | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -20.9478 | 55.5168 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
11877761 | Les Affouches | Les Affouches | RE | -20.9198 | 55.3981 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935346 | Ravine des Cabris | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.26499 | 55.50818 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | ||
11877543 | Les Bananes | Les Bananes | RE | -21.23271 | 55.34085 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
11879311 | La Pointe au Sel | La Pointe au Sel | RE | -21.19898 | 55.28338 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |||
935707 | Langevin | Langevin | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.38165 | 55.65099 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place | |
935643 | Fond Maurice | Fond Maurice,Le Fond de Maurice | RE | Réunion | Réunion | -21.24891 | 55.35041 | 0 | Indian/Reunion | populated place |
Geographical Insights into Réunion: A Geographer’s Perspective
Réunion, a French overseas department located in the Indian Ocean, is an island that offers a unique blend of volcanic landscapes, lush vegetation, and coastal beauty. With its diverse ecosystems, it stands as a remarkable study for geographers interested in island geography, environmental management, and urban development. As an integral part of the French Republic, Réunion is not only important due to its geographic location but also for its rich cultural diversity, dynamic economy, and distinct natural features. Understanding its cities, regions, and the precise coordinates of urban centers helps provide a clearer picture of how geography shapes life on the island.
The Geography of Réunion: An Island Shaped by Volcanoes and the Sea
Réunion is a volcanic island, which means that much of its landscape has been shaped by ancient and active volcanic activity. Located east of Madagascar and southwest of Mauritius, Réunion is part of the Mascarene Islands and has an area of about 2,512 square kilometers. The island is home to some of the most dramatic volcanic landscapes in the world, including its famous volcano, Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active in the world. This volcanic activity, combined with its tropical climate, has given the island lush rainforests, deep ravines, and fertile valleys.
The island’s topography is dominated by its volcanic mountains, with peaks such as Piton des Neiges (the highest point on the island) and a network of cirques, or natural amphitheaters, that define much of the island’s geography. These rugged, mountainous landscapes have shaped settlement patterns, agriculture, and infrastructure, leading to a concentration of development on the coastal plains, where access to ports and more manageable terrain makes it easier for cities and towns to thrive.
Réunion's coastline is similarly diverse, with areas of steep cliffs, volcanic beaches, and coral reefs. The coastline not only provides a stunning natural setting but also offers vital economic opportunities, particularly in terms of fishing, tourism, and trade. The Indian Ocean’s proximity plays a central role in the island’s economy, as well as its vulnerability to climate change, especially the rising sea levels that affect coastal areas.
Regions and Cities of Réunion: Understanding Urban Distribution
Réunion is divided into four main administrative regions: the Western, Southern, Eastern, and Northern regions. These regions are further subdivided into communes, which are the equivalent of municipalities. As an overseas department of France, Réunion follows the French administrative structure but also adapts to its specific island geography.
The capital city of Réunion is Saint-Denis, located in the northern part of the island. Saint-Denis is the largest city on the island and serves as the political, administrative, and economic center of Réunion. Its location along the coast, at the foot of the volcanic mountain chain, makes it a hub for transportation and commerce, and its population density reflects the central role it plays in island life. Saint-Denis is not only the center of governance but also offers cultural, educational, and healthcare services to the entire island.
Other significant cities include Saint-Pierre, located in the south of the island, and Le Tampon, which is located in the highlands, serving as a center for agriculture and local commerce. Saint-Pierre’s proximity to the coastline makes it vital for tourism and trade, while Le Tampon benefits from its central location and cooler climate, making it a significant rural hub.
Smaller towns and villages spread across Réunion’s regions serve as centers of local culture and agriculture. These settlements, often tucked into the island’s valleys or perched on its higher slopes, offer insight into how communities have adapted to the island's challenging geography, balancing the pressures of modern development with the preservation of natural landscapes.
Latitude and Longitude: Pinpointing Réunion’s Urban Landscape
The geographical coordinates of cities, regions, and communes in Réunion provide critical information for geographers and urban planners alike. Obtaining the latitude and longitude of key cities such as Saint-Denis, Saint-Pierre, and Le Tampon allows for more detailed mapping and analysis of the island’s geography.
For instance, the latitude and longitude of Saint-Denis offer a clear picture of its strategic coastal position, and how its location on the island’s northern tip facilitates access to shipping lanes and international trade routes. Similarly, knowing the coordinates of Saint-Pierre helps understand its role as a port city and a gateway to the island’s southern regions.
Mapping out these locations through accurate coordinates also supports disaster preparedness and response planning, particularly in the context of volcanic eruptions or tropical storms, which are frequent threats in Réunion. The exact coordinates of towns like Le Tampon, situated in the island’s highlands, also provide insights into how geography shapes not just urbanization but also the economic activities of agriculture and tourism, particularly in relation to climate and accessibility.
Unlocking Geospatial Data for Sustainable Development in Réunion
Accessing accurate, up-to-date geospatial data is crucial for sustainable development and the effective management of the island’s resources. A database containing detailed geographical data on the cities, regions, and communes of Réunion, including their exact latitude and longitude, provides vital insights for policymakers, urban planners, and environmentalists.
For urban planners, knowing the precise location of cities like Saint-Denis and Saint-Pierre helps in planning transportation systems, infrastructure, and public services that are tailored to the island’s topography and environmental conditions. This data is also crucial for understanding regional disparities and targeting resources effectively to improve living standards across the island.
For environmental management, accurate geospatial data allows for better monitoring of the island’s delicate ecosystems. It helps in assessing the impact of urbanization on natural habitats, particularly around coastal areas and rainforests, and informs efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change, such as rising sea levels and more frequent cyclones.
Furthermore, geospatial data helps in optimizing the use of natural resources, such as water, agriculture, and tourism, in ways that reduce environmental degradation and preserve the island’s natural beauty for future generations. This data also plays a role in disaster risk reduction, enabling authorities to create more resilient urban and rural communities that are better prepared to face the challenges posed by volcanic eruptions, flooding, and other natural disasters.
Conclusion
Réunion’s geography, with its volcanic mountains, fertile valleys, and coastal plains, offers a complex and dynamic landscape that shapes the daily lives of its residents. The location of cities, regions, and communes, as well as the exact coordinates of key urban areas, provides invaluable information for understanding how geography influences urban development, resource management, and sustainability. By accessing accurate geographical data, Réunion can continue to grow in a way that balances development with environmental preservation, ensuring that the island remains a thriving and resilient community for generations to come.
FaQ about Reunion
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.