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Île d'Yeu
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Île d'Yeu
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Close to the mainland, the island lives off fishing and tourism. It has several lighthouses, a few military buildings, and above all very beautiful landscapes—sometimes wild—where beaches, dunes, moors, and cliffs blend together. Hiking is possible here.
Overview of Île d'Yeu
Around twenty kilometres from the mainland, the island lives off fishing and tourism. It has several lighthouses, a few military buildings, and above all very beautiful landscapes—sometimes wild—where beaches, dunes, moors, and cliffs blend together. Hiking is possible here.
Key facts
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Location:
- Local time:
- Main town: Port-Joinville.
- Population: 4,809 inhabitants (2017).
- Area: 24.66 km²
- Density: 195 inhabitants/km²
- Highest point: Saint-Sauveur (32 m).
- Coastline:
- Website: http://www.ile-yeu.fr
History of Île d'Yeu
Environment
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What to see on Île d'Yeu
Nearby
La Barre de Monts
This locality primarily serves as a departure point for boats to Île d'Yeu. One of its hamlets, Fromentine, is also a seaside resort.
This locality primarily serves as a departure point for boats to Île d'Yeu. One of its hamlets, Fromentine, is also a seaside resort.
What to do on Île d'Yeu
Climate and weather on Île d'Yeu
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Île d'Yeu | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
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La Barre de Monts
★ This locality primarily serves as a departure point for boats to Île d'Yeu. One of its hamlets, Fromentine, is also a seaside resort.