Plage de Bidart is a popular beach located in the quaint town of Bidart. It is known for its excellent surfing conditions, which work well at low or mid tide. High tide can also provide great surfing conditions when the swell is strong. The beach is also suitable for family swims.
The beach features great rock pools that can be explored at lower tides. There are also amenities such as a cafe bar on the beach. However, it is recommended to arrive early to secure a parking spot, especially during the summer season. Parking fees apply during this period.
The pace of life in Bidart is slower compared to its neighboring towns, Biarritz & Saint-Jean-de-Luz, making it an ideal location for those seeking a more relaxed beach experience. However, it should be noted that the experience may vary depending on the season.
Plage de Bidart amenities include parking.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
Best restaurants near Plage de Bidart include Restaurant Mahaina, Tantina de la Playa Bidart, Cucaracha, Anaia Restaurant Snack, Restaurant Elissaldia and Chixko.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's suitability for both surfing and family swims, with its good conditions at low and mid tide, and even high tide when the swell is right. They also appreciate the beach's location in a quaint town, offering a slower pace and isolation, as well as the presence of rock pools for exploration. Complaints mainly revolve around the difficulty of finding parking, especially during the summer season.
Most visitors to Plage de Bidart choose to stay in the charming town of Bidart itself, where they can find accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Alternatively, some opt for the nearby towns of Biarritz or Saint-Jean-de-Luz, which offer a broader range of dining and entertainment options.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 20°C/26.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 29.4°C |
| Sea Temperature | 23.2 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:35/20:33 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 9.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.9 |
| Cloud Cover | 79% |
| Speed | 34.9 km/h |
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| Gusts | 60.8 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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