Equihen Centre Plage

19°C Water temp · Jul 22

France Coastal 2 - Good 19°C

Satellite image of EQUIHEN CENTRE PLAGE — Satellite image © Esri

Equihen-Plage Centre Beach is a bathing water site in the commune of Equihen-Plage. The site is subject to regular microbiological monitoring through analysis of Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci to assess water quality and prevent gastroenteritis risks. The beach experiences variable environmental conditions influenced by tidal, meteorological, and hydrological factors in a coastal setting. Water quality classification and management are conducted according to European and French regulatory frameworks for bathing water supervision.

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Water

Coastal bathing water. Physical characteristics including tidal range, sea state conditions, and surface water flows are documented as part of the vulnerability profile assessment.

Location

Equihen-Plage commune. Parking information not available in the document.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified according to bacteriological analysis results. Microbiological parameters monitored include Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. The bathing zone may experience temporary contamination episodes. Potential pollution sources include sanitation systems, rainwater inputs, industrial activities, agricultural activities, and tourism-related recreational activities.

Risks

Risks associated with bathing include gastroenteritis from contaminated water, leptospirosis, infection of ear-nose-throat regions, dermatological infections, and traumatic injuries. Microbiological contamination from pathogenic micro-organisms poses risks particularly to vulnerable populations including children, elderly persons, and immunocompromised individuals.