Rive Gauche - Les Flots Du Sud

21.6°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 21.6°C

Satellite image of RIVE GAUCHE - LES FLOTS DU SUD — Satellite image © Esri

Two bathing beaches located in Palavas-les-Flots: Plage de l'Hôtel de ville and Plage des Flots du Sud. These are coastal bathing areas in the Pays de l'Or agglomeration zone on the Mediterranean coast of southern France. The profiles assess water quality, identify pollution sources, and evaluate environmental risks affecting swimmers.

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Water

Mediterranean Sea bathing waters off the coast of Palavas-les-Flots. The area is influenced by several hydrographic systems including the Lez river, the Rhône à Sète canal, and several coastal lagoons.

Location

Palavas-les-Flots, a coastal town in southern France. The two beaches are Plage de l'Hôtel de ville and Plage des Flots du Sud within the municipality.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified according to European Directive 2006/113/EC. Monitoring includes bacteriological analysis, assessment of shellfish farming zones, and screening for macro-algae proliferation, phytoplankton, and cyanobacteria. Quality is influenced by multiple pollution sources including wastewater treatment plant discharges, storm overflow systems, and diffuse agricultural inputs.

Risks

Identified pollution sources include wastewater treatment discharge, storm water overflows, non-collective sanitation systems, rainfall-related contamination, port activities, and direct runoff. Potential algal proliferation is assessed. Wind and rainfall significantly influence water quality.