Île Amsterdam, Research station in French Southern and Antarctic Territories, France
The island extends across 55 square kilometers in the southern Indian Ocean, featuring steep cliffs and an extinct volcano reaching 911 meters.
Spanish explorer Juan Sebastian de Elcano first sighted the island in 1522, while Dutch explorer Anthony van Diemen named it Nouvelle Amsterdam in 1633.
The research station Martin-de-Vivies maintains a permanent French administrative presence, supporting scientific studies in meteorology, biology, and geomagnetics.
Access to the island requires special authorization from French authorities, with transportation limited to supply vessels departing from Reunion Island.
The Amsterdam albatross nests exclusively on the island's plateau, making this location the only breeding site for this species worldwide.
Location: Saint Paul and Amsterdam
Elevation above the sea: 867 m
Part of: Saint Paul and Amsterdam
GPS coordinates: -37.82583,77.55472
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14
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