Plage L'argentiere

25.8°C Water temp · Sep 11

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 25.8°C

Satellite image of PLAGE L'ARGENTIERE — Satellite image © Esri

This document is a vulnerability profile for three beaches in La Londe Les Maures in the Var department of France: Miramar, Tamaris, and l'Argentière. It comprehensively analyzes pollution sources, water quality, sanitation systems, and bathing water regulations applicable to these coastal bathing areas.

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Water

Mediterranean Sea beaches in the French Riviera region.

Location

La Londe Les Maures, Var department, France. Three beaches: Miramar, Tamaris, and l'Argentière.

Water Quality

The document analyzes historical bathing water quality data from 2006-2010 and includes sampling campaigns conducted in October 2010 by Veolia Eau and from May to September 2010 by the port authority. Water quality is evaluated against European bathing water regulations.

Risks

Identified pollution sources include stormwater outlets, agricultural runoff, camping facilities, industrial zones, non-collective sanitation systems, sewage overflow zones, Port Miramar operations, the Maravenne river, and the wastewater treatment plant discharge point. Potential for cyanobacteria, macroalgae, and phytoplankton proliferation.