Brehec Plage - Vieux Brehec

16.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 16.1°C

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Bréhec Beach is a bathing area located in the commune of Plouha in Brittany, France. The beach is situated along a temperate oceanic coastline subject to Atlantic swell and tidal variations. The area experiences seasonal precipitation and wind patterns typical of northwestern France. The beach serves as a recreational bathing site with monitoring and management protocols in place.

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Water

Atlantic Ocean bathing water along the Breton coast. The area is characterized by tidal water level variations, Atlantic swell, and specific coastal currents. The coastline is geologically defined by specific geological formations typical of the Brittany littoral.

Location

Commune of Plouha, Brittany, France. The beach is known as Plage du Palus or Bréhec Beach.

Facilities

The beach has designated management and active monitoring measures in place. Municipal bylaws prohibit domestic animals on beaches during the bathing season.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored through bacteriological analysis. Potential pollution sources have been identified including collective sewerage systems, rainwater drainage, agricultural activities, non-collective sanitation, and campsite discharges. Macro-algae proliferation potential and phytoplankton proliferation potential have been assessed. Foot fishing is prohibited in certain coastal portions under prefectural order dated 12 April 2000.

Risks

Potential macro-algae proliferation. Potential phytoplankton proliferation. Multiple identified pollution sources including wastewater discharges from collective systems, rainwater runoff, agricultural activities, autonomous sanitation systems, and camping activities.