Anse De Querqueville

14.9°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 14.9°C

Satellite image of ANSE DE QUERQUEVILLE — Satellite image © Esri

Querqueville beach is located facing the Camping des Armées in the Anse de Querqueville in the commune of Querqueville. The beach is a monitored bathing water area subject to water quality surveillance under European bathing water directives. A vulnerability profile was established to identify and assess pollution sources affecting water quality and bather health.

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Water

Coastal bathing water in the Anse de Querqueville, a bay area subject to tidal and current influences.

Location

Querqueville, Manche department, France. The bathing area is located in the Anse de Querqueville facing the Camping des Armées.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored for fecal indicator microorganisms. Classifications have been assessed under both the previous Directive 76/160/CEE and the new Directive 2006/7/CEE. The bathing area has experienced closure periods. Potential pollution sources include domestic wastewater, rainwater discharge, agricultural activities, and coastal discharges.

Risks

Identified risk factors include coastal discharges, wastewater systems, rainwater runoff, agricultural activities in the study zone, and maritime activities in the adjacent port and anchorage areas.