Concentrations of heavy metals (Mn, Fe, Zn, Cu, Pb, Co, Cr, Ni and Cd) were measured in the sediment collected from 7 stations along west Mediterranean Sea (Sidi- Krir ; open sea , east & west Sidi Krir, Sidi Barrani and El-sallum 1,2, 60m). Also, health risk has been performed in relation to recreational activities at these places, using an exposure assessment model. The results of this study indicated a general moderate or absence of serious pollution in these places due to heavy metals; whereas the concentration of elements found could be mainly due to geological and atmospheric sources. However, the health risk evaluation is useful as a screening methodology for assessing the urgency of sediment remediation actions.