Mont Campbell

Mont Campbell is a 143-meter summit on the Courbet Peninsula of the Kerguelen Islands, marked by steep slopes and distinct geological layers. The rock consists mainly of sandstone and conglomerate formations, showing that the mountain is not of volcanic origin.

The first scientific exploration took place in 1952 when geologist Edgar Aubert de la Rüe spent several days on site to study the mountain's composition. His field work established that this mountain area consists of sedimentary rock and provides important clues about the geological history of the Kerguelen Islands.

The mountain is named after an early explorer and represents the scientific ventures of the colonial era in this remote region. Visitors can sense the feeling that first explorers had when they discovered this barren landscape.

Climbing the summit requires good physical fitness and experience in harsh environments, as the location experiences wind speeds exceeding 40 kilometers per hour. Visitors should know that the island is only accessible during short summer periods and weather conditions can change rapidly.

A stone cairn from the 19th century still stands at the mountain's summit, left by early explorers of this remote island group. This stone pile was a common method explorers used to mark their route and document the conquest of the peak.