Scarcely 1km across, Île Molène (Breton: Molenez) feels even more remote than its neighbor, Île d'Ouessant, though it's closer to the mainland. It's car-free, virtually treeless and home to a declining population of just over 140 people. The island's only village is Le Bourg, a hamlet of whitewashed fishing cottages clustered around a granite quay and a church. A half-day is all you really need to walk the island's circumference.
Another option, which also allows you to investigate the nearby islets, is to hire a kayak or canoe, which can be arranged at the port on arrival. The island has several chambres d'hôte, a campground, a hotel and a list of other properties to rent – check the website for more information.
All ferries to Ouessant stop here en route.
