Saint Esteve (Frioul)

21.4°C Water temp · Sep 11

France Coastal 3 - Sufficient 21.4°C

Satellite image of SAINT ESTEVE (FRIOUL) — Satellite image © Esri

Saint Estève is a bathing beach located on the Frioul island in Marseille, France. The beach profile has been established and revised according to European Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/CE requirements. The vulnerability profile document identifies pollution sources, assesses water quality risks, and defines management measures to prevent health hazards and improve bathing water quality.

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Location

Frioul island, municipality of Marseille, France.

Water Quality

The bathing water classification follows Directive 2006/7/CE standards. Water quality assessment is based on statistical analysis of official surveillance data and self-monitoring data. The profile identifies bacteriological risks as primary pollution sources requiring management measures.

Risks

Identified risks include bacteriological pollution from sewage discharge, urban runoff, and port activities. Secondary risks include cyanobacteria, phytoplankton blooms (particularly Ostreopsis), jellyfish, macroalgae, floating debris, and hydrocarbons. Beach closures have occurred due to pollution events.