Le Madras
About
Le Madras, on Réunion, sits at 34 Rue du Général Lambert in Saint-Joseph 97480, a bakery in the island's southern town. First-time visitors will find the bakery in the town centre, with counters typical of a small neighbourhood bakery.
A 4.3 out of 5 rating from 23 reviews places the bakery among the more appreciated spots in Saint-Joseph. Saint-Pierre, Le Tampon and Cilaos lie within reach, so a stop here fits a drive across the south. The nearby list also includes Saint-Denis and Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, though both sit much further away.
Saint-Joseph anchors the island's wild southern coast, where the road continues past the town towards the lava fields. The bakery's setting on Rue du Général Lambert puts it within the town rather than on the coast road itself.
French is the official language on Réunion, while Réunion Creole is spoken widely in daily life, which helps in shops and bakeries. Cyclone season runs from November to April, so travel plans in the southern towns are often built around that window. Reaching Saint-Joseph from the west coast resorts takes a long coastal drive, and the town rewards those who make the trip south.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Madras known for?
Le Madras is a bakery on Réunion, an island in the Réunion group that marks the abolition of slavery each December. Its baking draws on an island where African, Indian, European and Chinese settlers shaped local life.
What kind of business is Le Madras?
Le Madras is a bakery on Réunion, where the population descends from African, Indian, European and Chinese settlers. French is the official language, while Réunion Creole is spoken widely in daily life.
What should first-time visitors expect at Le Madras?
First-time visitors to Le Madras will find a bakery at 34 Rue du Général Lambert, Saint-Joseph 97480, on Réunion. The island lies in the cyclone belt, with the cyclone season running from November to April, so plan around that weather.
Where is Le Madras located on Réunion?
Le Madras sits at 34 Rue du Général Lambert, Saint-Joseph 97480, on Réunion. The island has no railway, so visitors reach this part of the south by car or bus along the coastal roads.
How do visitors rate Le Madras?
Le Madras holds a rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 23 reviews. That feedback covers a bakery on Réunion, where French is the official language and Réunion Creole is spoken widely in daily life.
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