It would be difficult to talk about one without mentioning the other. Peaceful sisters, Houat and Hoëdic (the “duck” and the “duckling” in breton) are situated only a few cables' length from Belle-Ile. Houat lives on fishing and tourism. Its population grows from 340 inhabitants to about 3000 visitors a day during the summer. Hoëdic, small, rocky land even further away from the main-land, has less than 150 inhabitants. Dunes and heathland dotted with sand lilies are characteristic for the landscapes of the two islands, which both shelter remarkable flora and numerous rare species.
 
Houat
Facing the Gulf of Morbihan, Houat is separated from Hoëdic by the dreadful, low leveled Sister’s Passage. Around thirty ships with spruce colours lay in the St.Gildas harbour. Here, fishermen bring in lobsters, sea spiders and noble fish. There is not much space on this 5 km long and 1 km Wide Island for more than fishing and tourism activities. Nevertheless, the island harbors a phytoplankton production center and a research laboratory. Morning glory and sea carnation, the island's flora is particularly rich, and it is a great bird observation spot thanks to its geographical situation. Sandy beaches and clear blue water, chalk white houses...Houat has a rough, charming beauty.
 
Hoëdic
Anywhere you turn on this 2,5km long and 1km wide, small rock, the sea is around. From time to time, the port of Argol welcomes visitors on one of the island's catamarans. After only one hour's crossing and a stop on Houat, the sensation of quietness that emanates from the island is surprising. Going along with the coastal paths, little creeks, bathed in clear turquoise water, follow one another. The church “Notre Dame La Blanche” is dazzling in the sunlight. Lower and smaller than Houat, Hoëdic is the promise of a invigorating break apart from the world. The distinctive fragrance of the everlasting flower, or “curry”, little yellow flower that blooms here, floats over this small, southernly jewel, at twelve nautical miles off the coast.