Plage De La Fontaine

20.6°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 20.6°C

Satellite image of PLAGE DE LA FONTAINE — Satellite image © Esri

Fontaine beach is located in the commune of Sète. The bathing area is subject to various environmental influences including urban, agricultural, and port-related activities. The beach profile includes assessment of vulnerability to flooding, geomorphological characteristics, and physical parameters such as currents, tides, and wave conditions. Water quality is monitored through bacteriological surveillance and assessment of potential pollution sources.

Reviews

No reviews yet.

Write a review

Photos

Upload a photo

Water

Coastal marine water body. The area is influenced by two canals: the Canal des Quilles and the Canal de Sète, which are identified as potential sources of microbiological pollution.

Location

Sète, France. The beach is identified as Fontaine beach in the commune of Sète.

Water Quality

The beach has been subject to water quality monitoring under the SDEI self-monitoring programme during summer seasons between 2008 and 2010. Water quality assessment includes bacteriological analysis and identification of short-term pollution events. Potential pollution sources include wastewater discharge systems, stormwater outfalls, emergency overflows, and discharge conventions.

Risks

Identified risks include proliferation of potentially toxic organisms such as cyanobacteria, phytoplankton blooms, and macroalgae. Jellyfish presence is documented. Risks of macro-debris pollution and hydrocarbon pollution are noted. Port activities and various discharge systems present potential pollution sources.