Île-Molène, Coastal commune in Finistère, France
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, Île-Molène extends over 75 hectares with its highest point reaching 26 meters above sea level.
The population of this island community experienced a notable decline, decreasing from 527 residents in 1968 to 162 inhabitants by 2020.
The local population, known as Molénais, maintains maritime traditions through fishing activities and produces distinctive sausages smoked with seaweed.
The island generates electricity through diesel generators while residents collect rainwater for drinking purposes through individual household systems.
The commune forms part of the Molène Archipelago, consisting of twenty islands surrounded by waters that present navigation challenges for maritime vessels.
Location: Finistère
Location: arrondissement of Brest
Location: Pays d'Iroise Communauté
Elevation above the sea: 13 m
Phone: +33298073905
Email: contact@mairie-ile-molene.bzh
Website: https://mairie-ile-molene.bzh
GPS coordinates: 48.39750,-4.95694
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:14
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