Boulevard Favreau

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Boulevard Favreau is a bathing beach located in the commune of Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer on the Normandy coast. The beach is situated on a sandy shore subject to tidal influences characteristic of the English Channel coast. The site experiences significant seasonal variations in water quality and is monitored regularly for bacteriological parameters.

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Water

Marine water body in the English Channel. The site experiences tidal currents with varying directions depending on tidal phase. Marnage (tidal range) varies with tidal coefficients, reaching approximately 120 at high coefficients.

Location

Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, Normandy, France. The bathing area is designated as Boulevard Favreau.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored by ARS (Regional Health Authority) with analysis of enterococci and E. coli concentrations. Monitoring results from 2016 to 2020 are documented. Active management of the beach is conducted by Veolia. Historical data from the initial profile and subsequent monitoring campaigns are available.

Risks

Algae washing events have been documented. Rainfall, seasonality, tidal coefficients, and wind conditions impact contamination episodes. Multiple pollution sources have been identified and ranked in the diagnostic analysis.