French Southern Territories

About French Southern Territories

Explore French Southern Territories — from Kerguelen Islands, French Southern Territories, to Glacial Landscapes. Iconic landmarks, natural wonders, and unforgettable travel experiences await.

Wonderful Tourist Locations

Must-see destinations and iconic landmarks in French Southern Territories.

Kerguelen Islands

Desolate sub-Antarctic archipelago.

French Southern Territories

Penguin and albatross colonies.

Glacial Landscapes

Remote polar research zone.

Top Restaurants in French Southern Territories

Famous dining destinations, local flavours, and must-try culinary experiences.

French Expedition

Alfred Faure Station Mess

Île de la Possession

On Île de la Possession in the Crozet Islands, the French research station's mess hall serves hearty French field cuisine—pot-au-feu, cassoulet, and fresh bread baked by station staff—for scientists and support personnel. Dining here means sharing communal tables in one of Earth's most remote French outposts. The Crozet archipelago's only "restaurant."

French Expedition

Dumont d'Urville Station Canteen

Adélie Land

At France's Dumont d'Urville base in Adélie Land, Antarctica, the canteen provides warming French comfort food—raclette, tartiflette, and hot chocolate—for polar researchers during the austral summer. Meals fuel scientific work in extreme isolation. A uniquely Antarctic French dining experience.

French Expedition

Port-aux-Français Galley

Port-aux-Français

On Kerguelen Island, the Port-aux-Français research base galley serves traditional French naval and expedition fare—beef bourguignon, baguettes, and café au lait—to the small overwintering team. The sub-Antarctic winds howl outside while diners gather in the island's sole heated communal space. French Southern Territories dining at its most remote.