Iroise Sea, Marginal sea in Brittany, France
The Iroise Sea stretches between the Ile de Sein and Ushant islands, featuring numerous rocky outcrops and deep channels along the Brittany coastline.
The term 'Iroise' first appeared in the Neptune Francois maritime atlas of 1693, initially referring to a specific navigation passage in these waters.
Local fishing communities maintain traditional maritime practices passed down through generations, with ports like Le Conquet supporting regional fishing activities.
Navigation requires particular attention due to strong currents exceeding 3 meters per second and frequent winter storms that create dangerous sailing conditions.
The marine park contains Europe's largest concentration of seaweed species, with 300 different varieties thriving in its nutrient-rich waters.
Location: Brittany
Part of: North Atlantic Ocean, Celtic Sea
GPS coordinates: 48.25000,-4.91667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:48
Pierres Noires lighthouse
6.8 km
Saint-Mathieu lighthouse
14 km
Kermorvan lighthouse
15.6 km
Marine reserve of Iroise
2 km
Sémaphore de la Pointe Saint-Mathieu
14 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Grâces de Plougonvelin
14 km
Fort de l'Îlette de Kermorvan
16.4 km
Mémorial des marins morts pour la France
13.9 km
Passerelle du Croaë
16.8 km
Réserve de biosphère des îles et mer d'Iroise
3.8 km
Parquette lighthouse
13.3 km
Molène megaliths
16.5 km
Grève Ar Vaéré
15 km
Plage de Porsliogan
15.3 km
Plage de Portez
15.7 km
Église Sainte-Croix
16.2 km
Grève Bleue
14.9 km
Chapelle Saint-Jean de Plougonvelin
14 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Secours du Conquet
16 km
Musée Mémoires 39-45 (Plougonvelin)
14.7 km
Plage de Porz Pabu
16.2 km
Chapelle Saint-Michel de Lochrist
15.7 km
Monument funéraire de Dom Michel de Nobletz au Conquet
16.2 km
Cromlech de Kermorvan
16.2 km
Maison des Seigneurs
16.2 km
Monument aux morts de Le Conquet
16.1 km
Grève du Goazel
14.3 km
Corps de garde de la pointe de Kermorvan
15.7 kmReviews
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