Ris

18.6°C Water temp · Sep 11

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 18.6°C

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Ris beach is a bathing area located in Douarnenez. The beach profile document provides a comprehensive vulnerability assessment covering geographic, geological, and hydrodynamic characteristics. The area is subject to various pollution sources including bacteriological contamination from urban, agricultural, and port contexts, as well as other risks such as cyanobacteria, macroalgae, and phytoplankton.

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Water

Coastal bathing water adjacent to Ris beach. The water body exhibits tidal characteristics, with salinity variations and specific hydrodynamic conditions including wave and current patterns influenced by the Bay of Douarnenez.

Location

Douarnenez, France. The bathing zone is delimited within the municipality of Douarnenez.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified according to Directive 2006/7/CE. Monitoring data indicate bacteriological surveillance of the bathing water and the Névet river. Identified pollution sources include urban context (wastewater treatment, storm water networks), agricultural activities, port operations, and bird pollution. Self-monitoring and official monitoring data are collected and analysed statistically.

Risks

Bacteriological contamination from urban wastewater, agricultural runoff, port activities, and non-collective sanitation systems. Additional risks include cyanobacteria blooms, macroalgae accumulation, phytoplankton proliferation, jellyfish presence, and hydrocarbon pollution from port and industrial activities. Bird pollution and camper van discharges also pose risks.