Blancs Sablons

14.8°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 14.8°C

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Blancs Sablons is a bathing beach located on the commune of Le Conquet in Brittany, France. The beach is situated in a coastal area with significant tidal influences and oceanic characteristics. Water quality monitoring has been conducted since 1994, with regular assessment of microbiological parameters.

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Water

Coastal marine water body. Significant wave heights vary by direction; tidal currents are present with different intensities during neap and spring tides. Water temperature data has been recorded at the beach location.

Location

Le Conquet commune, Brittany, France. The beach is known as Plage des Blancs Sablons.

Water Quality

Microbiological quality monitoring includes E. coli and enterococci measurements. Quality assessment data available from 1994 to 2010, with 90th and 95th percentile calculations. Shellfish contamination levels have also been monitored at the Blancs Sablons point. Rainfall influences E. coli concentration levels.

Risks

Macro-debris, macro-algae, and phytoplankton are present. Fecal contamination has been identified. Tidal conditions influence water quality. Rainfall events correlate with increased bacterial contamination.