Mont Gampert

Mont Gampert is a mountain summit located in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands on Kerguelen Island in the remote southern Indian Ocean. The peak sits within a landscape of ridges, valleys, and nearby lakes that characterize this isolated territory.

The summit was officially documented in the Geographic Names Server on June 11, 2018, establishing its place in international geographical records. This formal recognition made the peak available for scientific and cartographic reference in the international community.

Mont Gampert represents French territorial presence in the Antarctic region, contributing to scientific research and geographical understanding of remote areas.

The area experiences temperatures between 5 to 7 degrees Celsius in February during the southern summer, with persistent cloud cover and changing wind patterns. Visitors should prepare for harsh weather conditions and the extreme isolation of this Antarctic location.

The summit sits within a complex terrain formation that includes Val Travers valley and the neighboring Mont des Quatre Points. Several lakes nearby reflect the water-rich and rugged nature of this isolated island landscape.

GPS coordinates: -49.33077,69.45957

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:22