Cabourg Centre

20.3°C Water temp · Jul 22

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 20.3°C

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Water

Marine waters in the Bay of Seine (Baie de Seine) influenced by several rivers including the Orne, Dives, Divette, and Drochon. The area experiences tidal cycles and coastal currents.

Location

The study area covers coastal communities in the CCED (Communauté de Communes de l'Estuaire de la Dives) and the municipality of Merville-Franceville-Plage in Normandy, France. The region includes several beach sectors: Auberville-Gonneville-sur-Mer, Dives-Cabourg-Houlgate, and Varaville-Merville-Franceville-Plage.

Water Quality

Water quality monitoring conducted under Directive 2006. Bathing beaches monitored include Houlgate, Cabourg, Varaville, and Merville-Franceville-Plage. Shellfish quality classified according to prefectoral order no. 7/2008. Studies of eutrophication and phytoplankton proliferation documented.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified including wastewater collection networks, treatment plants, non-collective sanitation, stormwater systems, agricultural activities, port activities, equestrian centres, public toilets, beach clubs, bird nesting zones, domestic animal access, industrial activities, camping areas, fish farming facilities, and public establishments. Macro-algae and phytoplankton proliferation episodes documented.