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Biarritz & the Basque Coast

Courses
4
Best for
Couples
Airport
BIQ

Biarritz & the Basque Coast — overview

Biarritz & the Basque Coast is a golf trip with a real sense of place: historic clubs, Atlantic beaches and towns where a long lunch matters as much as the next tee time. Base in Biarritz or nearby Anglet, then build outward toward Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the wider coast for a relaxed, multi-round stay.

Courses
4 courses
Best months
May – October
Ideal length
4–6 nights
From airport
10 min to Biarritz

Golf Courses at Biarritz & the Basque Coast

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Golf de Biarritz le Phare
Historic British Golf Club roots01 / 04

France · Course 1

Golf de Biarritz le Phare

Holes
18
Par
69
Yards
5,908
Est.
1888

Founded in 1888, Golf de Biarritz le Phare is the historic round at the heart of a Basque Coast itinerary. Its compact par-69 routing sits close to the town and lighthouse, making it an easy round to pair with a Biarritz hotel stay rather than a day built around long transfers. The course carries the imprint of early British golf in France, with Harry Colt involved in its 1920s evolution.

Golf de Chiberta
Tom Simpson design02 / 04

France · Course 2

Golf de Chiberta

Holes
18
Par
70
Yards
6,124
Est.
1927

Golf de Chiberta is the most distinctive contrast to Biarritz le Phare: Tom Simpson’s 1927 design moves between sandy, links-like ground near the sea and inland holes through pine forest. Located in Anglet between Biarritz and Bayonne, it gives the destination a proper coastal-and-woodland round without requiring a long drive. Its variety makes it a natural early pick for a first Basque Coast itinerary.

Golf de Chantaco
Harry Colt design03 / 04

France · Course 3

Golf de Chantaco

Holes
18
Par
70
Est.
1928

Golf de Chantaco brings the southern side of the Basque Coast into the trip. Harry Colt designed the 18-hole course outside Saint-Jean-de-Luz in 1928, and the tree-lined route gives the itinerary a more sheltered, traditional feel after the open coastal character around Biarritz and Anglet. Pair it with an evening in Saint-Jean-de-Luz rather than treating it as a quick out-and-back round.

Golf de Seignosse
Robert von Hagge and Pierre Thévenin design04 / 04

France · Course 4

Golf de Seignosse

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
6,697
Est.
1989

Golf de Seignosse is the longer coastal extension north of Biarritz, worth adding when the trip has enough time for a fuller route. Robert von Hagge and Pierre Thévenin’s 1989 course works through rolling terrain of pines and cork oaks between the Atlantic and the Landes forest. It adds more scale and a very different visual rhythm to the older Basque clubs.

Trip Packages at Biarritz & the Basque Coast

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Biarritz Golf Long Weekend

A four-night Biarritz base with three rounds across the historic local clubs. Keep one afternoon free for the beach, Les Halles and an unhurried Basque dinner.

Basque Coast Golf Route

A six-night route that uses Biarritz or Anglet as the opening base, then adds Saint-Jean-de-Luz and a fuller spread of Basque Coast golf. Built for travelers who want the trip to feel like a journey, not a resort stay.

Biarritz & the Basque Coast in France — golf lifestyle

What to Expect at Biarritz & the Basque Coast

Why visit

The French Basque Coast gives a golf trip texture. Biarritz Golf Club sits close to town, Golf de Chiberta brings another coastal round into the mix, and Saint-Jean-de-Luz adds the character of Golf de Chantaco to the route. Between rounds, the Atlantic, Basque food and compact towns keep the days from feeling like a resort routine. This is not a place to squeeze into a two-night dash; give it four to six nights, use Biarritz or Anglet as a base, and leave room for a beach walk, a market stop and dinner without a schedule.

Accommodations

Stay in central Biarritz for walkable restaurants, beaches and a classic resort-town feel, or choose Anglet for easier access to the northern courses and coastline. Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a quieter alternative for travelers who want to spend more of the trip on the southern side of the route.

Resort amenities

This is a town-based destination rather than a single resort. Biarritz provides the widest selection of hotels, restaurants and beach access; Anglet and Saint-Jean-de-Luz add quieter lodging bases and make it easy to shape the trip around the golf route you prefer.

  • Atlantic beaches and coastal walks
  • Biarritz city-center hotels
  • Basque markets and restaurants
  • Surf and wellness options
  • Rental-car access to regional courses
Where to stay

3 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

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Hotel01 / 03

Hôtel du Palais Biarritz

Hotel room or suite

A landmark beachfront hotel in central Biarritz, suited to a high-end stay with the town, beach and restaurants on the doorstep.

Use as the luxury central-Biarritz option.

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Hotel02 / 03

Hôtel Regina Experimental Biarritz

Hotel room or suite

A boutique-style Biarritz hotel near the lighthouse area, well placed for a stay that balances central Biarritz with the Anglet side of the golf route.

Use as a design-led Biarritz alternative.

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Hotel03 / 03

Hôtel Chantaco Golf & Wellness

Hotel room or suite

A Saint-Jean-de-Luz hotel for travelers who want a quieter southern Basque Coast base and easy access to Golf de Chantaco.

Best used for an itinerary with Saint-Jean-de-Luz as an overnight stop or primary base.

Included in package

Plan Your Trip to Biarritz & the Basque Coast

Getting there

Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) is the most convenient arrival point and is roughly 10 minutes from central Biarritz. A rental car is the simplest way to connect Biarritz, Anglet, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the surrounding courses; Bilbao Airport (BIO) is a useful alternative for a wider Basque itinerary.

Best time to visit
May through October is the main golf window, with late spring and early fall offering the best balance of comfortable weather and lighter holiday traffic. July and August are lively beach months, but book golf and lodging well ahead.
Who it's best for
Couples, buddies groups and golf travelers who want a coastal trip with strong food, culture and a little room between rounds.
Address
Biarritz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Season
Seasonal; confirm individual club schedules when planning.
Course details
A town-and-coast golf destination built around Biarritz Golf Club, Golf de Chiberta, Golf de Chantaco and nearby Basque Coast courses.
Location
French Basque Country, southwest France
Nearest airport
Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ)
Trip style
Coastal
Best for
Couples, Buddies trips, Coastal escapes, Food-focused travelers

Frequently Asked Questions about Biarritz & the Basque Coast

How many days do I need for a Biarritz golf trip?

Four to six nights is the sweet spot. That gives you time for three or four rounds across the Basque Coast while leaving room for Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and at least one unplanned afternoon by the Atlantic.

When is the best time to golf in Biarritz?

May through October is the main playing window. Late spring and early fall are especially appealing for comfortable weather and a calmer feel than the peak beach season; July and August require earlier booking for lodging and tee times.

Which airport should I use for Biarritz and the Basque Coast?

Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) is the most convenient airport and is about 10 minutes from central Biarritz. Bilbao Airport (BIO) can also work for travelers extending the trip across the wider Basque Country.

What courses should I play on a first Biarritz golf trip?

Start with Golf de Biarritz le Phare and Golf de Chiberta near Biarritz and Anglet, then add Golf de Chantaco in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Golf de Seignosse is a strong addition when you want a longer coastal route rather than staying close to town.

Do I need a car for a Basque Coast golf trip?

Yes, a rental car is the simplest choice for a multi-round itinerary. Biarritz itself is walkable, but the golf route stretches through Anglet, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the surrounding coast.

Is Biarritz a good golf destination for non-golfers?

Yes. Beaches, surfing, coastal walks, markets, restaurants and the nearby towns give non-golfers plenty to do. It is an especially good choice for couples or groups who want golf to be part of the trip without setting the entire schedule.

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