La Birochere

18.5°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 2 - Good 18.5°C

Satellite image of LA BIROCHERE — Satellite image © Esri

Birochere is a bathing beach located in the commune of Pornic in Loire-Atlantique, France. The beach is situated on the Atlantic coast and experiences tidal conditions with varying water depths and wave action. The site has been subject to water quality monitoring and vulnerability assessment due to potential pollution sources in the surrounding area.

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Water

Atlantic coastal beach with tidal influence. The beach experiences semi-diurnal tides, ocean currents, and wave action from the Atlantic Ocean. Water depth and exposure vary with tidal conditions.

Location

Pornic, Loire-Atlantique, France. The beach is accessible from the corniche and coastal areas of the commune.

Water Quality

Water quality monitoring data available for the period 2000–2010. The beach is subject to bacteriological quality assessment under the 2006 European directive. Potential pollution sources identified include wastewater treatment systems, stormwater outfalls, coastal rivers, non-collective sewerage systems, and agricultural diffuse pollution.

Risks

Potential pollution risks from multiple sources including wastewater treatment station discharges, storm water systems, coastal river flows, agricultural runoff, and accidental/point source pollution. Potential for macro-algae and phytoplankton proliferation identified.