Marine reserve of Iroise

The Iroise Marine Natural Park covers 350,000 hectares of ocean between the islands of Sein and Ouessant, featuring diverse marine ecosystems and offshore lighthouses.

The marine park received its first certification in 2014 after extensive evaluations, becoming a pioneer site for the IUCN Green List of Protected Areas.

Local fishing communities maintain traditional practices within the park's boundaries while contributing to the preservation of maritime heritage and marine resources.

The park headquarters in Le Conquet provides information about marine conservation efforts and educational programs focused on environmental protection.

The waters contain 16 distinct marine habitats and 33 protected species, forming a transition zone between temperate and cold-temperate marine environments.

Location: France métropolitaine

Inception: September 28, 2007

Website: http://parc-marin-iroise.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.25000,-4.89000

Latest update: November 8, 2025 04:50