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Half ritzy coastal resort, half summer surfers' hang-out, the seaside resort of Biarritz has
been a favourite beach getaway since Napoléon.
Lonely Planet
Biarritz became famous in the 19th
century when Empress Eugenie, or
Mrs Napoleon, fell in love with this
part of the Basque country and built
a Palace on the beach and a centre
with natural springs at Eugenie les
Bains. However Biarritz is no longer
reserved for royalty and welcomes
tourists from all over the world to
experience s it9s vibrant community
and top class beaches.
Biarritz is a town steeped in culture
and fun activities. Boasting a
thriving and popular surf scene as
well as the Pyrenees mountain range
that is a must for those thrill seekers
and calm explorers alike. Located so
close to the Spanish boarder the
town of Biarritz offers a wide variety
of seafood and traditional dishes
only found in this particular region
as well as some cracking nightlife to
partake in when the sun goes down.
Rugby in both Southern France and
the Basque country is an utter
religion.
Home
games
are
passionately supported with the
visiting team likened to that of an
invading force but welcomed with
open arms afterwards in typical
rugby fashion.
Biarritz is a tricky place to get to
from the UK. Away from London, an
indirect night via Paris may be best.
Bordeaux airport up the coast, or
looking cross the border into Spain
and nying into San Sebastien may
be the best bet.
We9re fully ATOL Licensed and can
include nights as part of your tour
package.
Speak with your Tour Manager to
ond out more.
Above Left: A Traditional
Basque House.
Above Right: The Biarritz
Beaches
Below Left: The Aguilera
Stadium,
the
pulsating
home
of
Biarritz
Olympique.
Below Right: The palm-tree
lined streets of Biarritz.
