La Raize

18.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 3 - Sufficient 18.1°C

Satellite image of LA RAIZE — Satellite image © Esri

La Raize is a bathing beach located in the commune of Préfailles within the Pornic Communities of Communes in Loire-Atlantique, France. The beach is situated on the Atlantic coast and is subject to oceanic and climatic conditions typical of the region, including tidal influences, currents, and wave action. The beach has been monitored for water quality since 2000, with bacteriological analysis conducted regularly to ensure bathing safety.

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Water

Atlantic coastal bathing water body. The beach is subject to tidal regimes, ocean currents in spring tides, westerly swell waves, and is influenced by natural runoff and rainwater discharge.

Location

Préfailles, Loire-Atlantique, France. The beach is accessible from the commune and is positioned between rocky points to the east and west.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored bacteriologically. Historical data from 2000-2010 shows classification results. The 2006 EU Bathing Water Directive has been applied. Potential pollution sources identified include wastewater networks, rainwater systems, coastal streams, agricultural runoff, non-collective sanitation, and accidental discharge sources.

Risks

Potential pollution risks from wastewater overflows at pumping stations, rainwater discharge, coastal stream runoff, and macro-algae and phytoplankton proliferation. Pollution events are influenced by rainfall, tidal conditions, wind, and wave action.