Bidart: Charming Coastal Village inHeart of Basque Coast
Bidart is a seaside city situated right in the center of Basque coast between Saint-lean-de-luz that offer a plethora of pleasurable activities including surfing, horseback riding, tennis, hiking along the coastline or just simply relax in its long stretch sandy beaches. Bidart also features distinct architectural heritage that are visible in its churches and chapels. The name of the town is from the phrase “Bide Artean” which means “in the middle of the roads, at the crossroads” for Bidart has many roads coming from Bayonne, Biarritz, Arbonne, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and other ancient cliff roads.
Best Time to Visit
Late June to mid September is best time to visit Bidart for a warm-weather and limited rainfall ideal to explore the city’s major attractions. Tourists planning to travel should expect slightly higher hotel and airfare rates but can save if they book ahead of time.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Bidart has distinct cultural and architectural heritage that can be seen in the holy places that tourists can explore including Place Sauveur Atchoarena, the chapels of St. Joseph and St. Magdalene and the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption. For some water adventure, head to Bid'aParc or play a round of amateur golf at Ilbarritz Golf. Tourists may drop by the Bassilour Mill before heading back to their hotel for a taste of cream and black berry Basque cake. For a relaxing seaside experience, tourists can book their hotels near Bidart Beaches including Residence Ilbarritz and Hotel Le Café De Paris.