Mont de la Dives

Mont de la Dives reaches 881 meters above sea level and features steep cliffs that descend directly into the Indian Ocean waters below.

The mountain stands as a testament to the volcanic activity that formed Amsterdam Island, rising prominently above the western coastline.

The peak represents a focal point for scientific research conducted by French expeditions studying sub-Antarctic ecosystems and geological formations.

Accessing Mont de la Dives requires special permits from French authorities and transportation arrangements through official channels to Amsterdam Island.

The mountain maintains an isolation factor of 1,408 kilometers, making it one of the most remote peaks in the French Southern Territories.

Location: French Southern and Antarctic Lands

Elevation above the sea: 867 m

Made from material: volcanic rock

GPS coordinates: -37.84888,77.55046

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:13