Dames

15°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 15°C

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Plage des Dames is a bathing beach located in Porspoder, Finistère, Brittany, France. The beach is situated in a coastal area characterized by Atlantic Ocean waters subject to tidal influences. Water quality monitoring has been conducted since 1994, with microbiological analysis focusing on E. coli and enterococci indicators. The beach experiences seasonal variations in water quality influenced by rainfall, tidal cycles, and nearby discharge sources.

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Water

Marine beach on the Atlantic coast. Water temperature varies seasonally. Tidal currents are present, with flow rates varying with tidal conditions (spring and neap tides). Wave heights are influenced by south-westerly swells and winds.

Location

Porspoder, Finistère, Brittany, France. The beach is accessible by road in the Pays d'Iroise region.

Water Quality

Microbiological monitoring conducted since 1994 measuring E. coli and enterococci concentrations. Water quality classified according to European Directive 2006/7/CE criteria. Quality influenced by rainfall events, tidal conditions, and proximity to discharge sources.

Risks

E. coli and enterococci contamination linked to fecal sources. Water quality degradation occurs following heavy rainfall events. Multiple pollution sources identified in the surrounding area including wastewater discharges.