Port Vieux Beach in Biarritz - France
Information on the Port Vieux Beach in Biarritz (France)
Description and location of the Port Vieux Beach in Biarritz (64200)
Our opinion on the Port Vieux Beach
Port Vieux Beach in Biarritz is without a doubt the smallest beach in this seaside destination but also the most charming! With an oval form, it is surrounded by arcades like we see in Italy. The view is lovely of the Rocher de la Vierge. This is the locals' favorite beach. There is a lifeguard from mid-June to the end of September.
Note that this beach is protected from wind and waves, making this beach great for families with children.
Access is possible from the Place du Port Vieux by stairs (not handicap accessible). A parking lot (paid in season – only 50 places) can be found here. In season, the easiest way to get here is to park in the lot Sainte Eugenie or use the shuttle from Cote des Basques Beach (free).
A restaurant is available on this beach with an enchanting view of the sea. At Place du Port Vieux we also find several restaurants and bars.
Characteristics of the Port Vieux Beach
Type of beach
- Creek
- Shade
- Lawn
- Pebbles
- Sand
- Cement
Equipment on the beach
- Handicap accessible
- Swimming pool
- Kids Club
- Shower
- Mattress rental
- Free parking
- Payed parking
- Paddle boats
- Lifeguards in season
- Restaurants
- WC
Recreation
- Beach volleyball
- Nautical Center
- Sand Yachting
- Nursery
- Fishing
- Nautical sports
- Surfing
- Scuba diving
- Kitesurfing
Location
- Difficult access
- Nude beach
- Wild beach
- Near city center
Miscellaneous
- Barbecues permitted
- Dogs allowed
- Smoke-free beach
Photos of the Port Vieux Beach
In the summer this beach is very busy. Its setting is ideal in a small protected bay. The environment is agreeable.
The Rocher de la Vierge is very close to this beach.
Located in a small anse, this beach is the favorite of the locals all year long.
To the right of this beach, we can see the Rocher de la Vierge and its footbridge.
On this original beach of Biarritz, we find a restaurant.
An oval form between the rocs with arcades, the setting is very original for this beach of Biarritz.
Even outside of summer people swim here! It is December!
Not very wide, but a beautiful view of the Rocher de la Vierge.
This beach can be seen from the Rocher de la Vierge.
From this bird's eye view, Port Vieux Beach is located below the Rocher de la Vierge, below the large Cote des Basques Beach.
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Users opinions' on this beach
this port vieux is great for kids leaning to swim in sea water its well protected water temperature regulated due to its shape its secure safe and very enjoyable I am 71 yo and learned to be an excellent swimmer from that beach club LES MARSOUINS!
Now living in canada I have serious nostalgia from Biarritz and its beaches
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