Place Mosnier

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Place Mosnier is a bathing beach located in the commune of Asnelles in Normandy, France. The beach is situated on the Normandy coast and is subject to Atlantic tidal and oceanic conditions. The site experiences wind and current patterns typical of the English Channel region. Water quality is monitored regularly by health authorities.

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Water

Marine coastal water body. The beach is exposed to Atlantic tidal conditions with rising and falling tidal currents. Wave orientation is documented from Channel data sources.

Location

Asnelles commune, Normandy, France. The bathing zone is delimited and marked with an information panel at the rescue post on the beach.

Facilities

Rescue post with information panel. Leisure fishing areas are designated nearby for mussels and burrowing shellfish.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored by the Regional Health Authority (ARS) for bacterial contamination including E. coli and enterococci. Historical data shows evolution of water quality with percentile 95 and percentile 90 measurements for E. coli. Monitoring includes analysis at discharge points from the Gronde estuary and a western rainwater outlet.

Risks

Potential pollution sources include discharges from the Gronde estuary, a western rainwater outlet, and a lagoon system. Algae washups have been documented as impacting water quality results. Rainfall, tidal coefficients, and wind conditions influence contamination episodes.