Néma

Néma is a mountain summit located near the geographical center of New Caledonia's main island, rising about 217 meters above sea level. From the top, visitors can see across the landscape and observe both coastal regions of the island.

French surveyors documented the summit during systematic exploration of New Caledonia's topography in the 1850s. These early mapping efforts established the foundation for modern understanding of the island's geography.

The summit holds significance for local Kanak communities as a natural landmark that helps define their traditional landscape. Such geographical markers remain important today for understanding the spatial relationships between different groups in the region.

Marked trails lead from the main road network up to the summit, making the hike accessible for most visitors. The routes are straightforward and connect easily to the provincial road system.

On clear days, the summit offers the rare ability to see both the eastern and western coastlines of the island at once. This perspective reveals the island's geography in a way that few other locations can match.

Location: New Caledonia

Elevation above the sea: 217 m

GPS coordinates: -21.00000,165.38333

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:24