Some quick facts about Biarritz

Biarritz is a coastal city. This city is located on the Bay of Biscay (Atlantic coast) which is located in the southwest of France. This city is an important destination for tourists and surfers from all over the world. This town is located between Basque territory and Basque flags. This city is located in the department of the Atlantic Pyrenees in the territory of Aquitaine. It is adjacent to Bayonne and Anglet and a few kilometers from the border with Spain.

Main places of attraction:

The main attraction features in Biarritz are:

1. The Asian Museum, which forms the house of Asian art.

2. The Museum of the Sea, which has a collection of 24 aquariums containing sharks and seals.

3. The Biarritz Surf Festival is one of the main surf events in the city that takes place every year.

4. The Church of San Martín, built in the 12th century, is another great monument to see.

5. The Russian Orthodox Church, famous for its blue dome and built in the 19th century.

6. A Museum of Chocolates that gives you detailed information about the history and the making of Chocolates.

Sports:

Surfing started here in 1957 and is one of the most famous sports in Biarritz. There is a very strong surf culture in this city. This city is home to the famous rugby club, Biarritz Olympique. Another popular sport in Biarritz is Basque pelota. Several local and international competitions are held here every year. Golf is also an important sport in the city. The city has many large angular golf courses that lie on its borders.

Transport:

This city is easily accessible from Paris by high-speed trains, which operate from Gare Montparnasse. Inside the city, the Biarritz – Anglet – Bayonne airport is 4 hours away. It is linked to the airports of Anglet and Bayonne.

All over this city is a great place to visit, especially for people who like to surf.