The coastline is changing, help us to keep track of it!
About the project
The coastline of Nouvelle-Aquitaine is an exceptional territory, attractive, preserved but also mobile and fragile. Subject to the phenomena of coastal erosion and marine submersion, the coastline of our region sometimes evolves very rapidly, putting certain issues and human activities at risk.
Inspired by an Australian initiative called CoastSnap, this participatory science project invites you to become a privileged observer of coastal changes and thus contribute to a better knowledge and awareness of the vulnerability of the coast to natural risks.
This initiative is part of the Coastal Observatory of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
How can you contribute?
If you pass by a site equipped with a CoastSnap observation station, we invite you to take a photo of the beach and send it to us.
It’s easy to do:
Take a picture by placing your phone in the metal craddle of the station.
Send us your original photo, without transformation or filter.
CoastSnap stations in Nouvelle-Aquitaine region
If you pass by one of these beaches, find our observation station to take a picture of the coastline and share it!
Lacanau- Ocean
Location of the CoastSnap station: on the lookout (roof of the first aid post) at the central beach. North view
Chronic erosion: 1 to 2 metres per year
Particularity: coastline fixed by a rockfill defence structure
Santocha, Capbreton
Location of the CoastSnap station: next to the heliport on the dune overlooking the beach. View to the south
Chronic erosion: 3 metres per year
Particularity: site regularly refilled with sand by hydraulic bypass
Lafitenia, Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Location of the CoastSnap station: at the top of the cliff, at the level of the car park next to the coastal path
Chronic erosion: 0.15 metres per year
Particularity: rocky cliff, erosion by ground movement
