La Sauvagine (Lac Marin)

20.4°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 20.4°C

Satellite image of LA SAUVAGINE (LAC MARIN) — Satellite image © Esri

Plage de la Sauvagine and Plage de la Pergola are bathing beaches located in the communes of Soustons and Vieux-Boucau respectively, in the Landes department of southwestern France. These beaches are situated within the Port d'Albret marine lake system. The bathing water profile addresses water quality monitoring, pollution source identification, and management measures for swimmer safety.

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Water

Port d'Albret marine lake with associated beach areas. The water body includes the Courant de Soustons hydrographic network.

Location

Soustons and Vieux-Boucau communes, Landes department, France. Contact: SMGBL, Mairie 40660 Messanges; smgbl.qualite@gmail.com; 0623373399.

Season

Official monitoring occurs during summer season. Seasonal water quality variations are documented.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored through official sanitary controls and self-monitoring programs. Bacteriological testing has been conducted since 2000. Monitoring includes reference thresholds for interpretation of sanitary control results and alert thresholds for crisis management.

Risks

Physalies (Portuguese man o' war) may be present. Cyanobacteria, phytoplankton, and macroalgae proliferation is possible. Potential pollution sources include domestic wastewater discharges, stormwater runoff, agricultural activities, industrial activities, maritime pollution, leisure activities, and animal-origin pollution.