Réserve naturelle nationale des Sept Îles

The Sept Îles National Nature Reserve spans 19,700 hectares, including 71 hectares of land and a vast maritime area off the coast of Perros-Guirec.

In 1910, hunting expeditions reduced the local puffin population from 20,000 to 2,000 birds, leading to the creation of a private bird sanctuary in 1912.

The archipelago houses France's largest seabird colony with 23,000 breeding pairs and 27 nesting species across its five main islands.

Year-round boat tours depart from Perros-Guirec, allowing visitors to observe the wildlife under the guidance of the Bird Protection League.

Rouzic Island contains the sole French nesting site for northern gannets and maintains a significant population of Atlantic puffins and razorbills.

Location: Côtes-d'Armor

Inception: 1976

GPS coordinates: 48.88670,-3.48139

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42