Eclosarium
Museum on the island of Houat about marine microscopic life and the island's history, housed in a former lobster hatchery, with a shop.
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About the museum
In the 1970s, fishermen from the island of Houat set up a lobster hatchery about fifteen minutes' walk from the village. The site was later bought by the Yves Rocher group, which opened the Eclosarium there in 1994.
The place is a blend of museum and laboratory. The production area, closed to the public, cultivates microalgae used in cosmetic ingredients.
The visit has three parts: the island's history and the daily life of its inhabitants, phytoplankton with educational panels and videos, and the use of microalgae in cosmetics. It ends in a shop featuring creations by local artists and marine cosmetics. A different art exhibition is shown each season.
Highlights
- Museum of marine microscopic life and phytoplankton
- History of Houat island and its inhabitants
- Former lobster hatchery at the top of the cliffs
- Art exhibition that changes every season
- Shop with creations by local artists and marine cosmetics
Permanent exhibition
- Vie microscopique marine et histoire de l'île – Route covering phytoplankton, the history of Houat and the use of microalgae in cosmetics.
- Founded
- 1994
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €3Guests staying in tourist accommodation on the island. |
| Children & teens | €2free up to age 6 · Child rate for ages 7 to 12. |
| Groups (10+ people) | €3 per personGroups of 10 to 25 people. |
2026 prices are shown as “à partir de” (from) prices. Adults from age 13. Payment by card, cheque, chèques-vacances or cash.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Accessible entrance indicated; reception desk with a lowered section, adapted circulation inside and accessible toilets.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
The site is about 15 minutes’ walk from the village, at the top of the cliffs. Houat island is reached by boat from Quiberon (around 40 minutes).
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop with creations by local artists and marine cosmetics; toilets. Animals welcome.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Good to know | Animals allowed. Groups of 10 to 25 people. |
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