Le Bilou

14.8°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 14.8°C

Satellite image of LE BILOU — Satellite image © Esri

Bilou Beach is a bathing area located in Le Conquet, Brittany, France. The beach is situated in a coastal environment subject to Atlantic Ocean tidal and weather influences. The area experiences significant wave action and tidal currents. The beach profile study was conducted to assess water quality and identify potential pollution sources affecting the bathing water.

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Water

Coastal marine bathing area. The beach is located on an intertidal zone (estran) with tidal range characteristics. Water experiences significant wave heights depending on swell and wind direction, particularly from southwest. Tidal currents vary with spring and neap tides.

Location

Le Conquet commune, Brittany region, France. The beach is accessible by aerial routes shown in IGN Geoportal imagery.

Water Quality

Bathing water quality is assessed for microbiological contamination, including Escherichia coli and enterococci indicators of fecal contamination. Monitoring includes evaluation of macro-waste, macro-algae, and phytoplankton. Water quality evaluation conducted according to EU Directive 2006/7/CE standards.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified on the watershed. Fecal contamination risks from various sources. Water quality can be affected by weather and tidal conditions.