Au coin du levain
About
In Réunion, Au coin du levain works as a bakery at 22 Rue Desbassyns in Sainte-Marie 97438. It is known for bread and baked goods, and the doors open on Tuesday and Friday from 07:00 to 12:30 and 15:00 to 19:00, with Saturday hours of 07:00 to 13:00.
First-time visitors should expect a compact neighbourhood bakery with a short weekly schedule, so a Tuesday, Friday or Saturday morning is the moment to call. Visitors rate Au coin du levain 4.8 out of 5 from 33 reviews, a strong signal from a small but steady base of regulars.
Sainte-Marie lies on the island's north coast, within reach of Saint-Denis, Saint-Gilles-les-Bains and Saint-Paul by road. Réunion has a tropical climate, with a cooler dry season from May to November and a wetter summer from December to April.
Humpback whales visit Réunion's waters between June and September, along with dolphins and sea turtles. The island is volcanic, part of the Mascarene archipelago east of Madagascar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Au coin du levain known for?
Au coin du levain is a bakery on Réunion, the volcanic island in the Indian Ocean that forms part of the Mascarene archipelago east of Madagascar. Its name points to the sourdough starter at the heart of its baking, and the shop serves the Sainte-Marie area on the island's northern side.
What should first-time visitors expect at Au coin du levain?
First-time visitors to this bakery in Sainte-Marie will find a local spot shaped by Réunion's mixed heritage, with the population descending from African, Indian, European and Chinese settlers. The island marks the abolition of slavery each December, a reminder of the history that runs through daily life on Réunion.
Where is Au coin du levain located on Réunion?
Au coin du levain is at 22 Rue Desbassyns, Sainte-Marie 97438, Reunión. Sainte-Marie sits on the island of Réunion, a volcanic island in the Indian Ocean within the Mascarene archipelago east of Madagascar.
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