Dieppe-Plage

16.8°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 16.8°C

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This document is a vulnerability profile for seven bathing beaches in the Dieppe Maritime area of Normandy, France: Saint-Aubin-sur-mer, Quiberville, Sainte-Marguerite-sur-mer, Pourville, Dieppe-plage, Dieppe-Puys, and Saint-Martin-en-Campagne. The profile examines geomorphological characteristics, meteorological and oceanic context, land use, demographic and economic factors, beach features, water quality, shellfish farming zones, and identified pollution sources. It provides a comprehensive baseline assessment of the environmental and human factors affecting bathing water quality in the region.

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Water

Coastal waters of the English Channel in Normandy. The waters are influenced by tidal conditions, swell, and local currents characteristic of the Norman coast.

Location

Seven beaches located in the Dieppe Maritime area of Normandy, France: Saint-Aubin-sur-mer, Quiberville, Sainte-Marguerite-sur-mer, Pourville, Dieppe-plage, Dieppe-Puys, and Saint-Martin-en-Campagne.

Season

The bathing season duration is referenced in the monitoring protocol but specific dates are not provided in this excerpt.

Water Quality

Bacteriological water quality monitoring was conducted at seven bathing beaches. Blue Flag certification status is noted for some beaches. Mussel farming zones at Bracquemont, Sainte-Marguerite-sur-mer/Vasterival, and Penly were monitored for bacteriological quality. Macro-algae and phytoplankton proliferation potential was assessed, as well as the presence of amoebae.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include wastewater systems, agricultural activities, livestock farming, industrial operations (food processing, meat processing facility at Saint-Aubin-le-Cauf, Penly Nuclear Power Plant), shellfish farming zones, bird populations, Dieppe port operations, and karst groundwater circulation. Rivers and coastal water outlets serve as discharge points from these various sources.