Mont Richards

The mountain reaches an elevation of 1,081 meters above sea level and stands with a prominence of 963 meters in the southern Indian Ocean.

This mountain received its name during the French territorial expansion and scientific exploration missions in the Kerguelen islands during the 19th century.

The mountain represents a significant geographical marker for research stations and scientific expeditions studying the subantarctic ecosystems of the French Southern Territories.

Access to Mont Richards requires special permits from French authorities and transportation arrangements through authorized vessels departing from Reunion Island.

The mountain experiences extreme weather conditions with winds frequently exceeding 150 kilometers per hour and temperatures ranging between -10 and 10 degrees Celsius.

GPS coordinates: -49.08426,69.12891

Latest update: April 19, 2025 22:33