Traon Erch

18.5°C Water temp · Sep 11

France Coastal 2 - Good 18.5°C

Satellite image of TRAON ERCH — Satellite image © Esri

Traon Erc'h is a bathing beach located in Roscoff, Brittany, France. It is one of four officially recognized bathing waters in the commune. The beach is subject to regular bacteriological monitoring and quality classification under European bathing water directives. The profile document establishes baseline conditions and identifies potential sources of pollution affecting water quality.

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Water

Coastal bathing water in Brittany. The beach experiences tidal currents with variations between neap and spring tides. Wind patterns are documented for the region, with water quality influenced by seasonal hydrological conditions.

Location

Roscoff, Brittany (department 29), France. The beach has a slipway and parking area providing access. Adjacent beaches are located nearby along the coastline.

Facilities

Parking area, slipway, information signage.

Season

Monitoring occurs year-round with quality classification determined at the end of the bathing season.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored for enterococcus and E. coli concentrations. The 95th percentile values of bacterial concentrations are tracked over multi-year periods (2011–2021). Quality classification is determined at the end of each bathing season. Green algae (ulva) blooms have been documented as a seasonal sensitivity.

Risks

Potential sources of bacterial contamination include collective sewerage systems, non-collective sanitation installations, agricultural runoff from livestock and manure spreading, stormwater drainage, recreational boating (marina), caravan sites, and seabird populations. Green algae (ulva) blooms occur seasonally. Macro-debris has been documented. Medusae presence is noted.