Anse Du Magouer

15.2°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 2 - Good 15.2°C

Satellite image of ANSE DU MAGOUER — Satellite image © Esri

Anse du Magouër is a bathing beach located in the commune of Plouhinec in Brittany, France. The beach is situated in a coastal area with both terrestrial and marine protected designations, including Natura 2000 zones and natural heritage sites. The area experiences Atlantic oceanic and temperate climate conditions with seasonal population fluctuations. The beach profile was established following a comprehensive assessment of water quality, pollution sources, and coastal management requirements.

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Water

Coastal bathing area within the Etel Ria estuary system. The beach is subject to ocean tidal influences and freshwater inputs from terrestrial drainage systems.

Location

Plouhinec commune, Brittany, France. The beach has a parking area at the entrance with waste sorting facilities and information panels nearby.

Facilities

Parking area, waste sorting zone, information panels, discharge outlet access point, and a pumping station located on the parking area.

Water Quality

Water quality has been assessed according to the EU Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/CE. The report includes historical water quality records, shellfish production water classification data, and evaluation of phytoplankton and macro-algae proliferation potential. Multiple potential pollution sources have been identified and characterized, including collective sewerage system discharges, natural runoff, diffuse pollution, and point source contamination.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include discharges from sewerage system outlets, pumping station failures, animal presence on the beach, bather-related contamination, potential illegal cassette toilet discharges, and port-related activities. Phytoplankton and macro-algae proliferation potential has been assessed.