Villas in Bidart
Bidart suits couples and small families wanting a Basque village with six beaches and a coastal path. The village sits on a cliff, so reaching the sand usually means a path down rather than a flat promenade.
- Villas
- 21
- From, per week
- £4,135
About Bidart
Bidart is a village of about 7,700 people over 12 km², on the Labourd coast between Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz. The centre is walkable and has a large pelota wall on the square. The coast is cliffs and small beaches rather than one long strand: the Chapelle Sainte-Madeleine, built in 1820, stands on a clifftop viewpoint with a small path down to the sand, and the Basque coastal path starts at Erretegia beach. Evenings are village-sized, with beachside restaurants and the odd concert. Most homes here are small, sleeping two to four, and over half have a private pool and a garden. Few have air conditioning.
Is Bidart right for you?
- Best for
- Couples and small families wanting a Basque village near the surf
- Not for you if
- You want a wide, flat beach reached without steps or a long walk down a cliff path.
Near Bidart
Guéthary
Next village along the coastal path, with a small harbour and Cenitz beach, reached only on foot, which turns into a surf spot at high tide.
Biarritz
Home of the cliff-backed Côte des Basques beach, with the area's airport about 5 km south-east of the town.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
The town that gives Bidart's canton its name, at the far end of the coast running south from Biarritz through Bidart.
Lafitenia and Erromardie
Beaches on the coastal path past Guéthary, Lafitenia being a renowned surf spot.
Hendaye
End of the 25 km coastal path from Erretegia, with views of the Two Twins rocks.
Getting to Bidart
Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is the arrival point, with a seasonal easyJet route from London Gatwick and Ryanair from London Stansted. Hire a car or take a taxi from there; many bus lines also run from Biarritz. In Bidart a bike is practical, with many bike lanes, though a car helps for other beaches and villages.
When to go to Bidart
Summer is the busy season on this coast, so book early. The easyJet Gatwick route is seasonal while Ryanair's Stansted flights are listed outside the season too, which keeps a spring or autumn visit practical. The clifftop path is quieter then, but check opening times for beach restaurants before an off-season trip.
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Bidart villa holidays: questions answered
Is Bidart good for surfing?
Yes. Surfing lessons are offered in Bidart, the Parlementia break below the Chapelle Saint-Joseph draws experienced surfers, and Lafitenia, a renowned spot, is a short way along the coastal path.
How many beaches does Bidart have?
Six. The village sits on a cliff above them, and from the Chapelle Sainte-Madeleine viewpoint a small path leads down to the sand. Erretegia beach is where the Basque coastal path begins.
Bidart or Guéthary for a holiday home?
Bidart has about 7,700 residents, a walkable centre and six beaches. Guéthary is the next village along the coastal path, with a small harbour and Cenitz beach, reached only on foot.
Can you walk the coast from Bidart?
Yes. The Basque coastal path runs about 25 km from Erretegia beach in Bidart to Hendaye, passing Sainte-Madeleine chapel, Guéthary, Lafitenia and Erromardie.
Is Bidart good for families?
For small families, yes. Most homes here are modest in size, many with a garden and a private pool, and there is a water park, Bid'a Parc.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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