{"id":17815,"date":"2014-12-03T07:04:46","date_gmt":"2014-12-03T07:04:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=17815"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:58:34","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:58:34","slug":"trou-aux-cerfs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/mauritius\/trou-aux-cerfs\/","title":{"rendered":"Trou Aux Cerfs Mauritius"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Trou Aux Cerfs<\/p><\/div>\n

Trou Aux Cerfs, also known as Murr’s Volcano, is a dormant volcano in Mauritius. One of the best places in the\u00a0country to relax and reflect, this cone-shaped volcanic crater is endowed with abundant flora and fauna. Now\u00a0surrounded by various suburban neighborhoods, the crater offers a magnificent view of the island from the top. At the\u00a0bottom of the crater resides a beautiful rain-fed lake.<\/p>\n

History<\/span><\/h2>\n

This volcanic crater was created because of underwater eruptions in the Indian Ocean about 10 million years ago. It’s believed that the last eruption took place about 600,000 years ago. The town of Curepipe started receiving settlers toward the middle of the 20th century when trade flourished between the highlands and Port Louis.<\/p>\n

Things to Do Near Trou Aux Cerfs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hiking \u2013<\/strong> Take a walk along the rim and into the lush greenery of Curepipe as you ascend the 605 mhigh crater. There is a swirling narrow path along the crater that leads to many viewpoints in the vicinity. Due to its steep descent, hiking is not an easy feat to achieve.<\/p>\n

Sightseeing \u2013<\/strong> After reaching on top of the dormant volcano, you are greeted with breathtaking views of Mauritius\u2014 the kind that early morning joggers and walkers love. A Trou Aux Cerfs tour also includes a visit to the radar station built for keeping electronic surveillance on cyclone activity.<\/p>\n

A Trou Aux Cerfs tour will also include a visit to the radar station built for\u00a0keeping electronic surveillance on cyclone activity. Tired souls can rest their legs on benches constructed at regular\u00a0intervals and soothe their eyes as they look upon the charming natural scenery.<\/p>\n

Nearby Attractions<\/span><\/h2>\n

Central Market, Curepipe Botanic Garden, Chamarel Waterfall, Casela Nature and Leisure Park, Bois Cheri Tea Factory, China Town, and Caudan Waterfront.<\/p>\n

Location<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Trou Aux Cerfs is located 1 km west of the central plateau in Curepipe, in the Plaines Wilhems District, Trou Aux Cerfs is the image of a perfect\u00a0volcano. The Tatamaka River and Grand River North West have their sources in the crater\u2019s lake that acts as a\u00a0catchment area. The crater lake is small in size, thus water sports are not very popular at Trou Aux Cerfs, Mauritius.\u00a0Curepipe is linked with the expressway by a surfaced road that connects the national capital and Vacoas-Phoenix.<\/p>\n

Trou Aux Cerfs Map<\/span><\/h2>\n