Rive Droite - L'albatros

21.6°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 21.6°C

Satellite image of RIVE DROITE - L'ALBATROS — Satellite image © Esri

Two bathing beaches located in Palavas-les-Flots: Plage l'Albatros and Plage Saint Pierre. These are coastal bathing areas in a Mediterranean setting characterized by a flat, sandy shoreline. The beaches are subject to regular microbiological quality monitoring and are classified according to the 2006 Water Framework Directive.

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Water

Mediterranean Sea coastal bathing waters. The area is influenced by several hydrographic features including the Lez River, the Rhône-à-Sète Canal, the Étang de l'Or (lagoon), and local palavasian lagoons.

Location

Palavas-les-Flots, in the Pays de l'Or agglomeration region. The document references a port area and the proximity of urban zones.

Water Quality

Bathing water quality is classified according to the 2006 Directive standards with microbiological monitoring. The study evaluates bacteriological quality and tracks evolution over time. Potential pollution sources have been identified including wastewater treatment plant discharges, storm water overflows, and agricultural runoff.

Risks

Potential pollution risks from multiple sources including wastewater discharges, storm water overflows, non-collective sanitation systems, diffuse agricultural pollution, direct runoff from beaches, and port activities. The study evaluates macro-algae proliferation potential, phytoplankton proliferation potential, cyanobacteria proliferation potential, and jellyfish invasion episodes.