City Biarritz Unlike the remaining famous resorts of France, is located not on the warm Mediterranean, but on the shore of the Biscay Bay of the Cold Atlantic Ocean. Nevertheless, the name of this resort is known to almost every person. Many Biarritz are associated with pre-revolutionary Russia, in which all aristocracy must have traveled to this city.
What is so unusual in it, despite its location, is it a major tourist center? Should I go here or better rest in more familiar places?
I would say that Biarritz must be visited, because it is a truly magical city. Walking around him, you will feel the spirit of the French itself, which was read about in historical novels. In addition, the climate is not so bad here. Winter, as a rule, is soft enough, and the summer is not too roast. Very often, the weather in Biarritz is much warmer than in other parts of France. I visited this region in December, it was sunny and warm, people went in windings, and some even walked along the shore of barefoot.
There is everything you need for a holiday in Biarritz. These are chic hotels, and wide sandy beaches, and walks for walking. The richest history of the city, leaving in the XIX century, gives us the opportunity to trace its development in architecture, which is very refined here, but at the same time without excessive pompousness. The city does not prescribe and does not dictate the conditions, he invites to acquaintance, but maybe even to friendship.
Here you can improve your health in one of the numerous balneological centers, and you can engage in windsurfing. Lovers of architecture will like walking around the city, looking into its most secluded corners and discovering something new, not described in colorful guidebooks. Those who love to take pictures will be glad to make beautiful photos of the coast and the city center.
Many people may experience disappointment from swimming, as because of strong waves, sometimes swimming is problematic, but for surfers and lovers to jump on the waves, this minus will turn a huge advantage.
And where to give children, if you go to Biarritz? Of course, take with you! Here they will happily run along the beach from the waves, explore the rocks and walk in the parks. From stunning sea air, their sleep will be deep and calm, and at this time you can sit on the balcony, open a bottle of French wine and enjoy the feeling that you are in the most beloved city of the European Aristocracy of the XIX century.
From the Biarritz, you can easily visit many worthy places not only in France, but also in neighboring Spain, which is only 30 km, so the city is interesting and as a starting point to a big journey.