Hotel du Palais Biarritz, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

75% of the grounds of Biarritz Pays Basque airport are located in the town of Anglet and 25% in Biarritz. The airport was built in the 1950s to serve a catchment area covering the southern part of the Landes département and the entire Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, as well as part of the Guipuzcoa province in the Spanish Basque Country. Biarritz Airport is run by a special governing board (“Syndicat Mixte”), made up of members from the Municipal Councils of CôteBasqueAdour, the Department Councils of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, the Bayonne Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Department Councils of the Landes and the town of Saint Jean de Luz. The involvement of all these key local government players shows just how determined we are in our policy to place BAB Airport at the heart of the region’s future economic development.

The historic capital of European surfing The spots of Biarritz offer something to please all types of surfers thanks to a wide variety of waves: short and powerful on the northern beaches, filtered in the Côte des Basques and longer in the south. In 1957, the American Peter Viertel, husband of the actress Deborah Kerr, was the first to surf the waves of Biarritz. Now known as one of the key surfing locations, Biarritz attracts surfers from all around the world. It is also home to surfing competitions such as le Roxy Pro in July, the world female longboard championship,Quiksilver Maider Arosteguy cup in April In Biarritz, the surf culture is everywhere, as proven by the Cité de l’Océan and the number of surf shops and board rental outlets. From April to November, 18 surfing schools welcome beginners or experienced surfers alike, for a few hours of tuition or several days. In addition, prestigious surfing brands like Quiksilver, Billabong and Rip Curl, are based around Biarritz. For its investment in the discipline, and with the surfers, Biarritz obtained in October, 2015, the label City of surfing - 3 stars (on a scale which contains 3) awarded by the French Federation of Surfing

Biarritz is an exceptional destination located in the heart of the Basque Country, to meet different cultures and is now a flourishing center of sports, culture and good food. Recently, the French government has chosen the brand Biarritz-Basque Country, a jewel of international tourism, to underline the advantages of tourism in France, with 19 other destinations.Biarritz is the perfect destination for those who seek art of good living, relaxation, culture and creativity. The weather is moderate, with varied landscapes of beaches and mountains.Nature has given Biarritz the best that can be offered: a magnificent climate all year round; fresh, invigorating air, water with extraordinary properties. Beauty and wellness are gathered in Biarritz which is ideally located next to the sea and at the bottom of the Pyrenees. Today, it is coming to revitalize body and spirit in the whirlpools of water of thalassotherapy and spa centers of Biarritz. Guests will find surf spots, golf and rugby fields, Basque pelota courts, festival spaces and an exceptional environment. A 4-kilometer road on the Atlantic coast, making Biarritz one of the most emblematic destinations on the Basque Coast. The golfers who have chosen Biarritz as "Queen of the greens", as well as the French playwright Sacha Guiltry has chosen Biarritz as "Queen of the beaches", surely knowing Biarritz has 16 golf courses within a radius of 100 km. The Golf Le Phare was created in 1888, making it one of the oldest on the continent. At that time, no one had predicted that surfing would make its first appearance on the Old Continent in Biarritz. Surfing has given the city another title - the European surfing capital - which developed the water sports industry that was already worth 900 million euros in 2003. Basque pelota and surfing are national ... titles. The city is seen as a sports field, and the sports that are practiced reflect the city's enthusiasm for life. The strength of Biarritz is based on its attachment to traditions and exceptional lands - wealth that it has managed to preserve : which may explain why it has such an excellent position in the conference and incentive markets. Much more than promises, Biarritz provides the impetus to get the best out of you.

It was Napoleon III's idea to hollow out this rock, surrounded by reef, and connect it to the cliff by means of a wooden bridge. Today, it is linked to the coast by a metal footbridge built in Eiffel's workshops. It is inaccessible in rough weather as big waves cover the road surface. Crowned by a statue of the Virgin Mary, the rock has become the symbol of Biarritz

Partly occupying an Art Deco building, this large and particularly impressive aquarium offers a diversified approach to the marine biotope and the special links that Biarritz has with the ocean. It features around twenty tanks home to the fauna found in the Bay of Biscay. Enhanced by a presentation on whale hunting, the Cetacean gallery exhibits skeletons of animals that have been washed up on shore. Visitors can also view seals, sharks (the highlight of the visit), the touch tank, and an exhibit that follows the Gulf Stream.

Take a dive to understand ! Where does the ocean's water come from ? How do waves start ? Did Atlantis really exist ? Would we be here without the ocean ? Is it in danger today ? At the City of the Ocean, play a role in your discoveries ! Listen, touch, feel and dive into the depths of the ocean through interactive and 360° immersive experiences, playful devices, 3D animations, surf simulators will turn your trip into an exciting odyssey : finding out more about the blue planet. Environments to better understand the ocean ! Embark on an eventful journey aboard the bathyscaphe in our dynamic 4D cinema, surf the perfect tube, put yourself in the shoes of a surfer and face the mythical waves, tease Archie the giant squid, listen to Christopher Columbus or Gilgamesh's secrets, take a seat aboard Seaborg, dive without getting wet with a virtual reality mask, be amazed by the beauty of the 40 minute film and above all learn about the wealth and the needs of the ocean.

The “Société des Golfs de Biarritz” is happy to welcome you to the Biarritz and Ilbarritz websites. In 1888 Biarritz “le Phare” golf course was already welcoming its first players. A hundred years later, the Ilbarritz Training Center, was created. It’s a unique concept in Europe, and is well known for its spectacular views and its impressive technical standards. In one Century, Biarritz has become a golf legend. The Biarritz Golf Club organizes many international competitions, has welcomed many future champions, and is surrounded by many other well known courses.

The “Société des Golfs de Biarritz” is happy to welcome you to the Biarritz and Ilbarritz websites. In 1888 Biarritz “le Phare” golf course was already welcoming its first players. A hundred years later, the Ilbarritz Training Center, was created. It’s a unique concept in Europe, and is well known for its spectacular views and its impressive technical standards. In one Century, Biarritz has become a golf legend. The Biarritz Golf Club organizes many international competitions, has welcomed many future champions, and is surrounded by many other well known courses.

A CASINO BETWEEN BEACH AND CITY CENTRE A magnificent Art Deco façade stands tall, looking out to the ocean, with columns and a boardwalk on the beach. The outside of the Casino Barrière Biarritz, one of the most beautiful buildings in South-West France, certainly makes an impression. Once inside, follow the red carpet, and discover the clash of different atmospheres within: electric in the Slot Machines Room, with its huge chandeliers and flurry of lights flashing with every Jackpot; intimate in the alcove area leading to the Games Tables; contemporary and transparent in the restaurant; friendly at the bar; and beautifully chic in the reception room on the first floor. Discover 350 m² devoted to your amusement, and a terrace area to match, in the heart of the Basque city.