La Ponche

26.9°C Water temp · Sep 8

France Coastal 3 - Sufficient 26.9°C

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Water

Coastal Mediterranean waters in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The area is characterized by marine currents, varying bathymetry, and hydrodynamic conditions influenced by wind and tidal patterns.

Location

Saint-Tropez, France. Multiple beaches in the commune are covered: Plage La Bouillabaisse, Plages de la Ponche and Fontanette, Plage des Graniers, Plage des Canebiers, Plage des Treilles de la Moutte, Plage des Salins, and Plage de la Crique des Salins.

Water Quality

Water quality monitoring conducted with historical data available for classification. Reference made to microbiological norms (E. coli) and physicochemical standards. Classification follows European Directive 2006/7/CE standards for coastal waters.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified including chronic discharges from sanitation networks, transitional discharges, and accidental spills. Sensitive sectors within the sanitation network identified as risk areas. Wastewater treatment plant at the Citadelle and other facilities in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez are relevant pollution sources.