Plizio Visual Lab
Crève Coeur
ℹ️Practical info — Crève Coeur
▾
🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- The mountain roads are steep and winding; drive carefully, especially after heavy rain.
- It's the best place on the island to buy fresh ginger and pineapples directly from farmers.
- Early morning visits offer spectacular views of Pieter Both mountain before the clouds roll in.
- Dress in layers, as the mountain air can be chilly and weather changes quickly.
- Respect the agricultural lands and do not pick crops without permission.
🍽 Food
Enjoy freshly cut, sweet pineapples seasoned with tamarind and chili salt from local farm stands.
A warming local favorite, often made with freshly harvested ginger in nearby cafés.
Grab some freshly fried vegetable samosas from the small village boutiques.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy high-quality, freshly harvested ginger directly from the growers.
Famous for their sweetness, these are a must-buy when passing through the village.
Find a safe spot on the mountain road to admire the unique rock formation in silence.
The terraced farms offer a beautiful, serene landscape for walking and photography.
Water temperature…
The village of Crève Coeur is situated in one of the most dramatic landscapes of Mauritius, positioned directly at the base of Pieter Both, the island's second-highest mountain. This peak is famous for its distinctive boulder perched at the summit, which resembles a human head. Thanks to the rich volcanic soil and the humid mountain air, the village has become the primary center for ginger cultivation in Mauritius. Visitors will find rolling hills covered in pineapple plantations and intricately terraced fields, a traditional farming technique that defines the local scenery. This agricultural heritage is carefully maintained by the community of roughly 3,000 residents. Beyond farming, the village serves as a strategic starting point for hikers wishing to conquer the challenging trails of the Moka Range. Despite its melancholic name, meaning 'broken heart' in French, the area is an animated, lush green sanctuary offering some of the most authentic rural experiences on the island.
- Location: Mauritius
- Top sights: Le Pouce · Pieter Both · Creve Coeur
- Nearby: Riche Terre (5 km)
- Population: ~3.097 (2020)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
| Rain mm | 128 | 116 | 122 | 67 | 41 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 24 | 29 | 29 | 44 |
Geography
Facts
- Located in the Pamplemousses District
- Altitude of about 150 to 200 meters
- Part of the Long Mountain region
- Focus on vegetable farming
- About 10 kilometers from Port Louis
- Tropical climate with mild winters
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Crève Coeur (3)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Crève Coeur located?
Is it a destination worth visiting?
Are there hiking trails there?
What is the weather like?
Are there sanitary facilities?
Crève Coeur: where is it located?
Crève Coeur: what is there to see?
Crève Coeur: when is the best time to visit?
Crève Coeur: why is it worth visiting?
Nearby cities
