Mont Pietri

Mont Pietri is a summit in the Kerguelen Islands reaching 941 meters in height, making it the second highest peak in the archipelago. The mountain overlooks French Bay and Laissez-Porter Bay, dominating the landscape of this remote island group.

The French Navy ship Antares officially registered this peak in 1931 and named it after François Pietri, a minister of the French Navy at the time. The naming honored this significant figure in French naval history.

The mountain holds geological importance for researchers studying the volcanic composition of the Kerguelen Islands through its diverse rock formations and structures.

The terrain is harsh with severe weather conditions and snowmelt dominating the area year-round. Visitors should expect extreme conditions and limited accessibility, as this remote location requires special preparation to reach.

The mountain contains diverse types of volcanic rocks that reveal the geological formation story of the Kerguelen archipelago. These varied stone compositions tell the tale of volcanic activity that shaped the islands millions of years ago.

GPS coordinates: -49.05059,69.09850

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:20