French Southern and Antarctic Lands
France's Last Frontier
Overview
Remote French territories scattered across the southern Indian Ocean and Antarctica, home to vast seabird colonies and marine research stations.
Geographic Context
Region
Antarctic
Land Area
7,747 km²
Capital
Port-aux-Français
Languages
French
Currencies
Euro (€)
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025