Les Vespins (Ex Limite Commune)

22.5°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 4 - Poor 22.5°C

Satellite image of LES VESPINS (ex LIMITE COMMUNE) — Satellite image © Esri

Vespins beach is a bathing area located in Saint-Laurent-du-Var, France. The bathing water profile assesses the vulnerability of this coastal zone and identifies sources of bacterial pollution and other hazards affecting water quality. The area is subject to influences from the Var river, urban development, agricultural activities, and sanitation infrastructure. The beach experiences seasonal monitoring and classification according to EU Directive 2006/7/CE standards.

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Water

Coastal Mediterranean bathing area influenced by the Var river.

Location

Saint-Laurent-du-Var, France. Vespins beach.

Season

Monitoring season 2024 documented.

Water Quality

Water quality classification follows EU Directive 2006/7/CE. Monitoring includes bacteriological analysis and surveillance using the GEN-SPOT® method. Primary pollution sources identified include the Var river, urban sanitation infrastructure (treatment plants, storm overflows, pumping stations), agricultural activities, and port activities.

Risks

Bacterial pollution from multiple sources including river flows, sanitation discharges, and urban runoff. Additional hazards identified include cyanobacteria, phytoplankton species (Ostreopsis and Pyramimonas), macro-algae, jellyfish, and macro-waste. Hydrodynamic factors including tides, waves, and currents influence pollutant dispersion.