Le Valais

20.1°C Water temp · Sep 11

France Coastal 4 - Poor 20.1°C

Satellite image of LE VALAIS — Satellite image © Esri

Plage du Valais is a bathing beach located in Saint-Brieuc, France. The beach is situated in the Bay of Saint-Brieuc and is subject to regular water quality monitoring. The area experiences tidal variations and is exposed to various potential pollution sources including river discharges, stormwater runoff, and agricultural activities. The beach has experienced episodes of green algae deposits and is periodically cleaned.

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Water

Marine bathing water located in the Bay of Saint-Brieuc, subject to tidal influences. The beach is exposed to permanent water flows including the Douvenant and Gouët rivers.

Location

Saint-Brieuc, France. Coordinates: X 278298 m, Y 6840467 m. Parking available near the beach.

Facilities

Lifeguards, toilets, showers, disabled access, benches, waste bins including selective sorting bins, cleaning equipment, beach huts (cabanons).

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored regularly by health authorities (ARS). The beach is subject to microbiological contamination risks from various sources including river discharges, stormwater outflows, and domestic wastewater. Monitoring results available from 2005-2024.

Risks

Risk of bacterial pollution from river discharges (Douvenant and Gouët), stormwater overflow points, domestic wastewater, agricultural runoff, and sewage from beach huts. Episodes of green algae deposits have been recorded. Jellyfish (physalia) have been observed washed ashore.