Grand Large

16°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 16°C

Satellite image of GRAND LARGE — Satellite image © Esri

Plage du Grand Large is a bathing beach located in Concarneau, Brittany, France. The beach is subject to official water quality monitoring and profile assessment under European bathing water regulations. The site experiences seasonal bathing activities and is monitored for microbiological quality and pollution risks.

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Water

Coastal seawater body in the Bay of Concarneau, Atlantic Ocean.

Location

Concarneau, Brittany, France. The beach has a northern access point and a southern entrance. Parking is available near the main entrances.

Facilities

Public information panels are located near the beach. Dog access is prohibited at beach entrances.

Season

Official monitoring season is documented; specific dates are referenced in the profile revision of November 2017.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified and monitored according to EU Directive 2006/7/CE. Monitoring results for the period 2014-2017 are evaluated. Microbiological parameters including faecal bacteria are assessed. The site is classified based on end-of-season water quality classifications.

Risks

The beach is subject to potential short-term pollution episodes from stormwater discharges and wastewater. Northern and southern discharge outlets have been identified. Phytoplankton proliferation potential, macro-debris, and jellyfish occurrences have been assessed.