AFRICA

RE flag Réunion

Population 896,175
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Last Updated Apr 28, 2026
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About RéunionOverview, geography, and key facts
Flag of Réunion

Réunion is an island in the Indian Ocean that is an overseas department and region of France within the African region. Part of the Mascarene Islands, it is located approximately 679 kilometres east of the island of Madagascar and 175 kilometres (94 nmi) southwest of the island of Mauritius. As of January 2026, it had a population of 910,985. Its capital and largest city is Saint-Denis.

Capital Saint-Denis
Population 896,175
Area 2,511 km²
Languages French
Currency euro (EUR)
Source: U.S. Department of State, Wikipedia, REST Countries API

Currency & Economy

Currency
euro (EUR)
Geography & Practical Details
Region
Africa
Capital
Saint-Denis
Area
2,511 km²
Population
896,175
Timezone
UTC+04:00
Languages
French
Calling Code
+262
Drives On
Right
ISO Code
RE