Île de Sein stands off the coast of Finistère, exposed to winds and tides.
Here, life long moved in rhythm with the ocean. Fishermen would leave before dawn, houses endured the storms, and the sky ruled the days as well as the nights.
In 1940, almost all the men of the island set sail to join the Free French forces. That departure remains one of the strongest symbols of Breton Resistance.
Today, Sein is a place of silence and horizon.
No cars. Only the sound of wind and sea.
Access to Île de Sein
Île de Sein is accessible by boat from the port of Audierne, on the Brittany coast. The crossing takes approximately 1 hour, depending on sea conditions, and gently marks the beginning of the retreat, a transition toward a slower, quieter rhythm.
Ferry Tickets
Tickets and schedules can be booked directly here:
https://resa.pennarbed.breizhgo.bzh
We recommend booking your ferry in advance, especially for the Friday departures.
Arrival
Arrival on the island is possible throughout the day.
Check in starts at 3:30 PM
We will pick you up at the ferry upon your arrival and bring you to the house.
Recommended ferry departures on Friday:
• 9:00 am for those who wish to enjoy the island during the day
• 2:30 pm mid-afternoon arrival
• 6:00 pm early evening arrival
For participants travelling from farther away, arriving in Audierne the day before is recommended for comfort and peace of mind.
Guests already staying in the region may travel directly to the island on Friday.
Return
Return to the mainland takes place on Monday.
Available ferry departure: 4:00 pm. (only departure that day).
Travel Spirit
The journey itself is part of the experience, a gradual transition into simplicity, presence, and island time.
