Biarritz
France · French Basque Country · 19 m
Description
Biarritz is a glamorous seaside resort on France’s Basque coast, blending elegant coastal traditions with Basque culture and a relaxed surfing atmosphere. The city is known for its Atlantic beaches, dramatic rock formations such as the Rocher de la Vierge, grand Belle Époque villas, and long-established thalassotherapy heritage. In the 19th century, Napoleon III and Empress Eugénie transformed Biarritz into a favored summer retreat of European aristocracy, while the town later became one of the most important centers of surfing in Europe. Today, Biarritz combines historic architecture, world-renowned Basque cuisine, and maritime charm with international flair, making it one of the most distinctive seaside destinations on France’s Atlantic coast.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – July
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Grande Plage and Biarritz Seafront
- Rocher de la Vierge
- Biarritz Surfing and Côte des Basques
- Côte des Basques Beach
- Hôtel du Palais and Belle Époque Seafront
- Saint-Jean-de-Luz(Day trip)
- Port des Pêcheurs
- Bayonne Old Town(Day trip)
- Biarritz Lighthouse
- Aquarium de Biarritz
- Cité de l'Océan
- Port Vieux Beach
- Miramar Beach
- Marbella Beach
- Plage de la Milady
- Plateau de l'Atalaye
- Sainte-Eugénie Church
- Imperial Chapel
- Les Halles de Biarritz
- Biarritz Thalassotherapy and Spas
- Basque Cuisine and Seafood
- San Sebastián Old Town and Pintxos(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- BIQ
- Train stations:
- Biarritz, Boucau, Bayonne