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    • Europa, wir kommen
      22
      Day 296

      Biarritz

      April 9 in France ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C

      Bei traumhaften Sonnenschein, ging es gestern nach Biarritz. Wir haben einen schönen Rundgang gemacht, erst ein Stück an der Küste entlang, dann durchs Städtchen zurück zur Promenade.
      Heutzutage kommen nicht mehr die Adeligen aus Europa in das mondäne Seebad, dafür aber viele Surfer.

      Da es den ganzen Tag sehr warm war, hatte ich mich schon auf den kalten Pool gefreut. Während wir noch auf den Bus warteten, fing es leider an zu regnen und als wir zurück am Zelt waren, war ich dann auch nass genug. Heute war das Wetter auch sehr unbeständig, darum kein Ausflug, sondern schlafen und lesen.      Read more

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    • TravelerBiarritz
      1
      111
      Day 4

      4. Tag Stadt und Meer

      October 5, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C

      Heute haben wir uns Baguette und Croissants (die liegen hier wie Schmuck in einer Auslage in Vitrinen - die sind komisch die Franzosen) sowie frische Wurst gekauft und am Strandmäuerchen mit Blick aufs Meer verspeist. Nach dem leckeren Frühstück sind wir auf und haben immer wieder neue schöne Wege entdeckt. Am Petit Plage haben wir 3 Std. verbracht. Dort sind keine Wellen und man kann normal schwimmen - auch mal schön, ohne dass man umgehauen wird 😀 Zum guten Schluss am Cote des basques, dem Supersurferstrand den Bierdurst gestillt und einen tollen Sonnenuntergang erlebt. Da wir abends beim Cabo nur "Müll" (Chips und Schoko) in uns rein schieben und wir nur schmale Franzosen sehen, hat Wolli sich wenigstens sportlich betätigt - die Dinger stehen übrigens überall in der Nähe eines Strandes 😇Read more

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    • TravelerSummer Of Yes
      123
      Day 11

      Ah, Biarritz

      July 21, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F

      Someone once told me that his favorite place in Europe is Biarritz so I was predisposed to like this seaside town with several beaches, surf, great food, diving, great food, narrow streets, great food, basque charm, great food and beautiful people on parade. Oh, the weather was pefectly delightful as well.

      While I was only there two brief nights I had the best chocolate sorbet I have tried (and I try them all. Pamplona was a close 2nd, fwiw), fresh delicious seafood, a delightful morning yoga session/swim, a beautiful sunny afternoon swim and stroll watching wavelets and happy people on the beach, and an evening swim workout.... All on separate beaches within a short stroll from the best AirBnb experience I've had.

      I reviewed an incredible seafood market, fell in love a thousand times (ok, maybe lust?), vicariously geared up for scuba, window shopped boutiques, appreciated art, savored a cold beverage or two, and watched some Brazilian fellow jump over a flag. Incredibly patient people tolerated my butchery of their language; among the most notable were A) my airbnb's dog who cared not one lick for how I mispronounced commands: he accepted scritches in 3 languages; and B) the very happily drunk young man at the bus stop at 7:30 AM who was delighted to muddle through a combination of French, Spanish, English to learn a little about where I am from, where I am going, and to heartily recommend that I visit Ustaritz. He is from there and I suspect he is biased... But certainly enthusiastic.

      It helped a great deal that good friends who I have known for nearly 20 years in Costa Rica live part-time in Biarritz and kept me company for the day. Many thanks to you, Jean Marc and Rhonda. I look forward to the next time that our paths cross.      Read more

    • TravelerEl Camino de Santiago
      11
      Day 2

      We landed! Biarritz

      Yesterday in France ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C

      Welp! We got super lucky 🍀 and got to the gate as they announced gate closure. We were eating lunch in Atlanta and didn’t realize boarding began and hour before departure not 30 minutes. EEK!!😱

      They poured us big wine cups 🍷 on the plane!

      We landed in Paris and quickly hopped the transfer to Biarritz. The ride to the quaint beach town that has big waves and awesome surfers was quick and easy. 25 euros for the cab ride.

      We walked around to see the ocean views, grab a bite, french wines and window shopped some artisan chocolates. Amy teaching me French! 🇫🇷

      Once our room was ready we took naps and enjoyed the view from our room.

      We went to the spa and went swimming in the heated pool. The hotel had an indoor and outdoor pool, hot steam sauna.

      Looking to use some of the gym and spa services for body treatments while we acclimate to time change and get her out jet lag.      Read more

    • TravelerCamino FRANCÉS 2023
      1
      111
      Day 2

      Biarritz

      May 4, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C

      After breakfast at my hotel, I walked a few blocks to the Gare Montparnasse train station to catch my train bound for Bayonne. It was a 4+ hour train ride and I spent most of my time sewing Camino patches onto my backpack. Nothing like waiting until the last minute! 🙄 I do love train rides, however, so I made sure to take in the sights of the beautiful countryside and the vast yellow fields of rapeseed.

      After arriving in Bayonne, I had to wait quite awhile for a taxi to take me to Biarritz, a charming seaside town. When my taxi did show up, my driver was a woman and she apologized for not speaking English. I apologized for not speaking French and then we both rode in silence to my hotel.

      My room at the Hôtel Littéraire Jules Verne was lovely and within walking distance to the restaurants, shops and the beach. I got restaurant recommendations from the hotel staff and opted for one with local fare given I was now in Basque Country.

      The roasted peppers I ordered for my starter were cooked to perfection with the perfect amount of salt flakes that glistened in the light. Unfortunately, I was so famished that I ate most of them before I thought to take a picture. 🤣 For my main course I enjoyed trout and paired it with a Pinot noir. My girls will tell you that there’s nothing better than French bread in France and the bread on my table was no exception. I also love how they served it in a small bag.

      During my dinner I had the perfect view of the almost full moon coming up in the distance. What a beautiful sight! Afterwards I strolled through the streets of this inviting town and then ventured down to the waterfront to take in the beautiful sunset.

      Back at my hotel I discovered a Sleep Bar on a table near my room with three containers filled with herbs. The sign next to them explained that you were to fill a small bag with the herb of your choice and place it under your pillow. Of course, I did just that, but to no avail, I had a terrible nights sleep. 😩Maybe a third glass of wine would have been more sleep-inducing. 🥴

      The buffet breakfast in the morning was wonderful with the BEST creamy scrambled eggs, assorted breads and jam, yogurts, cheeses, and make-your-own waffles. A perfect start to another wonderful day! ☺️      Read more

    • TravelerCamino de Santiago
      Day 3

      Cafe au lait aka redemption

      March 25 in France ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C

      Mission of the day, which I set myself and therefore accepted, was to not let being a little bitch get in the way. A regret I bring home from anywhere with a language barrier I've travelled is prioritising 'not looking silly' over an experience I want, and as much as the French have a reputation for helping you along in your self loathing, damn it, I wanted a cafe breakfast.

      Well. Turns out either I'm amazing or the folk in Biarritz are angels or maybe everything just came together today. I stormed (walked) into Les Halles, and seized the day (ordered a coffee) and took up space (sat quietly on a stool) and took my bloody time (ordered a pastry when my coffee was gone) and demanded (muddled through) it all in French and DID IT (did it).      Read more

    • Cruiz' in Europe
      Day 35

      Biarritz

      May 5 in France ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C

      Marathon så vi ikke så meget til. Det var næsten overstået da vi endelig ankom med tram-bussen.
      Men flot er der! Flotte strande, små hyggelige spisesteder og kæmpe hoteller. Der er gjort en del ud af at lave nogle udsigtspunkter og hyggelige gangstier og promenade terrasser. Der er grønne buske langs alle stier med hvide blomster, der dufter helt fantastisk.
      Det er en havneby med tilhørende spisesteder langs kaj kanten, vi sad og fulgte med i om en mand med fiskestang fik bid. Hyggeligt!
      Vi så en Stenvender (fugl). Sådan een har jeg ikke set før.      Read more

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    • TravelerCamino de Santiago Spain
      Day 2–5

      Finally French

      Yesterday in France ⋅ ⛅ 57 °F

      Settling into Biarritz with a walk around the seaside town, stopping in a square for lunch at Brasserie Le George. The sunshine is cutting the chilly coastal breeze. Next up spa time at the hotel and maybe a nap.Read more

    • Drei Monate Frühling?
      1
      Day 24

      Baskenland - ein flüchtiger Blick

      April 22 in France ⋅ 🌬 12 °C

      Auf der Weiterfahrt zum Atlantik begegnen uns in der grünen Berglandschaft die weiß roten Häuser, die typisch sind für das französische Baskenland. Jedes Dorf scheint sich herausgeputzt zu haben und die Postkartenmotive rauschen nur so an uns vorbei.
      Die baskische Sprache konnten wir vorab bei einem kleinen Dorffest hören, gesungen von drei Frauen und dem Männerchor Paz Aban. In Spanien und Frankreich wird sie noch von etwa 900 000 Menschen gesprochen und gepflegt - sprachwissenschaftlich scheint Basque mit keiner anderen Sprache verwandt zu sein.
      Passend zu dem roten Holz der Häuser wird in der Region scharfer Paprika angebaut und an den leuchtend weißen Häuserwänden getrocknet. Paprika begegnet uns jedoch hier im Frühling nicht, dafür aber unzählige Jakobspilger, die in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port unterwegs sind und sich mit Regenkleidung ausstatten. Das sind die Vorzeichen für das Wetter der nächsten Tage.
      In Saint-Jean de Luz sehen wir den Atlantik aber nochmal blau in der Sonne leuchten. Die Küste ist wild, die Sandstrände sind lang und weich an den Füßen. Die einen laufen mit Wollmütze und Windjacke über den Strand, während andere entspannt in den kalten Wellen sitzen.
      Der nächste Morgen begrüßt uns wie erwartet mit Regen. Also vertreiben wir uns die Zeit im Ozeaneum in Biarritz und freuen uns darauf, die nächsten Tage ein Dach über den Kopf zu haben.      Read more

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    • TravelerCamino de Santiago
      212
      Day 2

      Bizzy

      March 24 in France ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C

      So Biarritz is lovely, big surf scene here and it's got pockets of fanciness without being in your face about it. Always a sign of a town doing well when there are tonnes of e-cargo bikes and exotic mid-sized dogs. It shows they've got time to think about the nice-to-haves and space to physically put them. Also there's lots of public toilets?! That are free? Without a woman in it demanding coins!? If covid put a stop to that then it might have all been worth it to be honest.

      Check in wasn't until 3pm so I spent a few hours walking around the waterfront, grateful for the incredible stink resistant qualities of merino after four flights and about 40 hours in transit. This included a locally sourced Red Bull which was not big or clever of me but look it needed to be done, see previous sentence. Also it will make Josie laugh.

      Coming back to the hotel I was thrilled to receive a room upgrade and noted a strong orange velvet couch motif, thoughtful of them to make me feel at home. Unsure if I was more excited about my gigantic sandwich or a shower at this junction, I enjoyed them simultaneously.

      Laundry is going to be a daily grind so I knocked that out then, 4pm local time, crawled in for what I intended to be a small nap but ended up taking me to 9.30pm. I did a late night 5km walk, being Sunday and maybe just the way this place is, it was very quiet and I felt safe mum I promise.

      In a feat of self discipline I managed to fall straight back to sleep at midnight so I reckon I'm on the body clock bandwagon now, let's bounce.      Read more

    You might also know this place by the following names:

    Biarritz, Biàrritz, بياريتز, Горад Біярыц, Biarriz, بیاریتز, ביאריץ, BIQ, ビアリッツ, 비아리츠, Biarica, Биарриц, 64200, Lungsod ng Biarritz, Біарріц, 比亚里茨

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