Piton de la Fournaise

Piton de la Fournaise is a highly active volcano located on Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean. It is one of the most active volcanoes worldwide, regularly erupting with lava flows that reshape the landscape. The volcano features a main crater called Enclos Fouqué and is formed by layers of solidified lava and volcanic ash. Its eruptions typically last a few weeks and are often preceded by increased seismic activity. Studied for scientific understanding of volcanic behavior, it also attracts tourists who observe its eruptions safely from designated viewing areas.