Gwin Zegal

16.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 16.1°C

Satellite image of GWIN ZEGAL — Satellite image © Esri

Port Moguer / Gwin Zégal is a bathing beach located in the commune of Plouha on the Breton coast. The beach is situated in a temperate oceanic climate zone with specific hydrodynamic characteristics influenced by tidal currents and wave patterns in the Saint-Brieuc bay. The profile document addresses bathing water quality under European directives and identifies potential pollution sources affecting the swimming area.

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Water

Atlantic Ocean bathing area in Saint-Brieuc bay. The area is subject to tidal currents and wave patterns typical of the coastal environment.

Location

Plouha commune, Brittany, France. The beach is located near the town centre of Plouha.

Water Quality

The bathing water quality is assessed according to the 2006 European bathing water directive. Bacteriological quality monitoring is conducted. The profile includes analysis of potential pollution sources including collective sewage systems, stormwater networks, agricultural activities, autonomous sanitation systems, and occasional or accidental pollution sources.

Risks

Potential pollution risks identified from collective sewage discharges, stormwater runoff, agricultural activities, autonomous sewage systems, and campsite operations. Potential for macro-algae proliferation and phytoplankton proliferation identified.