Batailler Centre (Entre Les Cours D'eau)

20.4°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 20.4°C

Satellite image of BATAILLER CENTRE (ENTRE LES COURS D'EAU) — Satellite image © Esri

Batailler Centre is a bathing site located in Le Lavandou between two watercourses. The site was classified as 'Good' quality following the French regional health authority (ARS) results for the 2022 season. The bathing area experiences high tourist frequentation during summer months, particularly from water sports and beach users.

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Water

Marine bathing site in the Mediterranean Sea. Maximum water temperature reaches 26°C in summer. Two watercourses, the Batailler and Vieille, drain the watershed and flow into the bathing area.

Location

Le Lavandou, France. The site is situated between the Batailler and Vieille watercourses. A parking area is located 50 metres from the bathing zone. Numerous restaurants and infrastructure are present approximately 10 metres from the site.

Water Quality

Water quality classification: Good (2022 season). The site is monitored under the 2006 European directive framework. Monitoring confirms the site is compliant with bathing water standards. The catchment area includes agricultural lands (3 hectares of viticulture) and multiple pollution sources including sewage systems, stormwater networks, and mooring zones.

Risks

Risk of pollution from sewage pumping station malfunctions during heavy rainfall or storm events. Stormwater runoff from the watershed carries pollutants including fecal matter, pesticides, fertilisers, hydrocarbons, and mineral oils. Illegal wastewater discharges from restaurants and infrastructure may occur. Boat mooring in the bathing zone creates risk of fecal contamination and hydrocarbon pollution. Phytoplankton species including Ostreopsis, Dinophysis, and Prorocentum present a risk of proliferation. Pollution events are typically brief (under 72 hours) and rare.