L'huveaune

20.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 4 - Poor 20.1°C

Satellite image of L'HUVEAUNE — Satellite image © Esri

Huveaune is a bathing water area in Marseille, France. This vulnerability profile was revised in May 2025 in accordance with European Directive 2006/7/CE on bathing water quality. The profile identifies pollution sources, evaluates water quality risks, and defines management measures to prevent health hazards and improve bathing water quality. The document encompasses three phases: state assessment, diagnosis, and management measures.

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Water

Coastal bathing water area in the Mediterranean Sea adjacent to Marseille. The area is influenced by two rivers: Huveaune and Bonneveine. Bathymetry, tidal patterns, wave action, and currents are documented characteristics.

Location

Marseille, France. The bathing area is located on the city's coastline.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified according to European Directive 2006/7/CE. Monitoring includes official surveillance data and self-monitoring data. Identified pollution sources include urban context, wastewater treatment, stormwater networks, port activities, ferry operations, river inputs, and Lake Borely.

Risks

Identified risks include cyanobacteria, phytoplankton, Ostreopsis, macroalgae, jellyfish, marine debris, and hydrocarbons. Bacterial pollution from wastewater systems, stormwater discharge, and river contributions present water quality concerns.