Practical info
Fires, camping, water, pets, getting around… our fact sheets to know everything before heading to the islands.
Fires and wildfire risk on the Îles du Ponant: what is allowed or banned
Heathland, dunes and maritime pines can catch fire in seconds. Barbecue, campfire, camping stove, cigarette: here are the rules for enjoying the islands without ever starting a disaster.
Read the guide →Camping and wild camping on the Îles du Ponant: what's allowed
Wild camping and bivouac are tightly restricted on the Îles du Ponant. Here's how to spend the night legally: organised campsites, coastal rules and the right reflexes.
Read the guide →Drinking water and drought on the Îles du Ponant: how to save it
On a small island, freshwater is a rare and fragile resource. Here is why it matters, how to save it, and what to know about summer restrictions.
Read the guide →Getting around the Îles du Ponant: car, bike or on foot?
Most of the Îles du Ponant are best explored without a car. Here is, island by island, what you can bring aboard and how to get around once there.
Read the guide →Travelling with your pet on the ferry and the Îles du Ponant
Dog or cat aboard, lead and muzzle, beaches and reserves: everything you need to know to sail smoothly to the Îles du Ponant with your pet.
Read the guide →Waste and environment on the Îles du Ponant: the eco-responsible visit
On an island, every piece of rubbish is costly and travels far. Here is how to reduce your impact: take your waste back, protect dunes, heathland and foreshore, respect wildlife.
Read the guide →Health and emergencies on the islands: what to plan for
Medical services are limited on the smaller islands. Here is how to plan ahead, what to pack, and which numbers to call in an emergency.
Read the guide →Money and shops on the Îles du Ponant: cash, card and supplies
Rare cash machines, seasonal shops, cards not always accepted: here is how to handle money and supplies before and during your stay on the Îles du Ponant.
Read the guide →Tides and safety at sea: preparing your crossing and your day on the island
Big tides, sometimes choppy seas, cold-water swimming: a few simple habits to enjoy the Îles du Ponant safely, from the crossing to the foreshore.
Read the guide →Accessibility (reduced mobility): crossing to the islands
Boarding a ferry with reduced mobility takes a little planning: gangways, tides, space aboard. Here is how to prepare your crossing to the Îles du Ponant with peace of mind.
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