Messum Crater
The Messum Crater is the Namibian remainder of a gigantic volcanic eruption that happened before Africa and South America broke apart. This eruption is thought to have been the single largest explosive volcanic eruption in the history of the Earth.
This page is based on GeoNames, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons, and Wikipedia.
We’d love your help improving our open data sources. Thank you for contributing.
Latitude
-21.40813° or 21° 24′ 29″ south
Longitude
14.21543° or 14° 12′ 56″ east
Open location code
5FCPH6R8+P5
GeoNames ID
Wikidata ID
Satellite Map
Discover this place from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
In Other Languages
From Cebuano to German—“Messum Crater” goes by many names.
- Cebuano: “Messum Crater”
- German: “Messum-Krater”
Places with the Same Name
Discover other places named “Messum Crater”.
Localities in the Area
Explore places such as Cape Cross and National West Coast Tourist Recreation Area.
Notable Places Nearby
Highlights include Gobobosebberge.
Curious Craters to Discover
Uncover intriguing craters from every corner of the globe.
“Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travelers don’t know where they’re going.”
Namibia: Highlights
Learn more about Windhoek and Khomas.