Le Stang

15.2°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 15.2°C

Satellite image of LE STANG — Satellite image © Esri

Plage du Stang is a bathing beach located in the commune of Etel in Morbihan (56), Brittany, France. The beach is situated within the Ria d'Etel estuary system and is subject to tidal influences. The area experiences an oceanic climate typical of the Breton coast with variable wind regimes and significant tidal ranges.

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Water

Estuary beach within the Ria d'Etel. The area is subject to tidal influences and oceanic currents. The beach is delimited within the broader Ria d'Etel / Sac'h water system.

Location

Etel, Morbihan, France. The beach is part of the Ria d'Etel estuary system.

Water Quality

The bathing water quality has been monitored and classified according to Directive 2006/7/CE. Historical water quality data exists for the site. The area is subject to various potential pollution sources including surface runoff, collective sewerage system discharges, autonomous sanitation systems, port activities, and diffuse pollution from agriculture.

Risks

Potential pollution sources include: the Ria d'Etel and Sac'h estuary discharges, the coastal stream Ré Rau, collective sewerage system overflow during heavy rainfall, autonomous sanitation systems that may be non-compliant, port and nautical activities, recreational activities, and agricultural runoff. Phytoplankton and macroalgae proliferation potential exists in the area.