Many Catalan beaches are losing their
sand. Recent storms have starkly revealed this problem and the long term
solution is a complex one.
This study investigates the coastal processes, management and issues focusing
on the threat to the Sitges beaches.
Evidence for longshore movements and dominant wave directions can be gained
through a study of pebble long axes and alignments. Hypotheses can then be
applied to a study of the sand beach profiles.
Comparisons of shingle and sand beach
profiles.
Evaluation of the success of the current coastal management schemes.
This case study forms the focus of a recent Eurosion
report on coastal erosion and management. more
This fieldwork is supported with secondary data and takes a full day.
