Composite profile
Overall score
60/100
Use the Biarritz profile to compare affordability, air quality, energy, and resilience alongside Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Montpellier.
Overall60/100
Affordability44/100
Air quality76/100
Energy58/100
France / Western Europe
Biarritz, France City Intelligence
Biarritz is a Basque coast city anchoring the Bayonne-Anglet-Biarritz urban area with its own international airport near the Spanish border. Biarritz is a western europe city of about ~290K metro (BAB) in France. On the composite city-intelligence score, Biarritz sits below the indexed median, with practical gaps to close (60/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~290K metro (BAB)
Image credit: Image: Florian Pépellin / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
Overall city intelligence
Mixed60/100
Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.
Data confidence
Directional
Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.
Verified utility layers
See country hub
Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.
Biarritz data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 44/100 | Biarritz's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 76/100 | Biarritz's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated. |
| Energy | 58/100 | Biarritz's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 60/100 | Biarritz's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 59/100 | Biarritz's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 60/100 | Biarritz's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 60/100 | Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context. |
Safety
Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.
Safety
Overall safety79/100
Low crime81/100
Personal safety80/100
Night safety76/100
Road safety76/100
Biarritz is estimated to be a generally safe city (79/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
Quality of Life
A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.
Quality of Life
Quality of life84/100
Healthcare85/100
Education84/100
Green space100/100
Cleanliness87/100
Infrastructure85/100
Mobility68/100
Biarritz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure.
Family Friendliness
How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.
Family Friendliness
Family friendliness82/100
Education84/100
Green space100/100
Overall safety79/100
Biarritz scores very high for family living (82/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Digital nomad suitability70/100
Walkability83/100
Cycling58/100
Infrastructure85/100
Biarritz is high for remote workers (70/100), based on connectivity, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
Retirement Suitability
Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.
Retirement Suitability
Retirement suitability78/100
Healthcare85/100
Cleanliness87/100
Outdoor lifestyle80/100
Biarritz is high for retirement (78/100), appealing for healthcare access, a comfortable climate and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Biarritz
Local public safety guidance for Biarritz, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| European emergency | 11224/7 | 112 reaches police, fire, and ambulance dispatch across the European Union from any phone, free of charge. |
| Police | 1724/7 | — |
| Medical (SAMU) | 1524/7 | — |
| Fire (Sapeurs-pompiers) | 1824/7 | — |
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Biarritz, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the France emergency profile.
Public safety sources
Each emergency contact above is attributed to an official emergency service or government publisher. Confirm current numbers directly with these sources.
- European Commission: 112 — The European emergency number
Used as the primary attribution for the EU-wide 112 universal emergency number on European country profiles.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.
Healthcare and hospitals in Biarritz
Healthcare context for Biarritz, with national-level information from France where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.
For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Biarritz, see the France healthcare profile.
Healthcare sources
Each entry above is attributed to an official government, public health, or recognised health-system publisher. Confirm current information directly with these sources.
- Government of France: Ministère de la Santé et de la Prévention
Used as the primary attribution for French public-health context.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Biarritz
Local mobility context for Biarritz, with national-level context from France where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Biarritz, see the France transport profile.
Transport sources
Each entry above is attributed to an official transport authority, national operator, airport publisher, or government source. Confirm current information directly with these publishers.
- Government of France: Ministère de la Transition écologique
Used as the primary federal attribution for French national transport context.
- Société nationale des chemins de fer français: SNCF
Used as the primary attribution for French national rail operator information.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.
Air quality dataset
Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Biarritz. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Biarritz
Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025
Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location
Source-attributed values for Biarritz will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.
| Metric | Value | Data year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location. | ||
Data provenance
Source attributionGlobal City Intelligence — air-quality dataset
Verified data unavailable- Publisher
- Global City Intelligence
- Last verified
- 2026-05-16
The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).
Methodology and context
Numeric measurements appear in this section only after they are sourced from accepted official publishers. The dataset is independently validated at build time; malformed records cannot ship to production.
- Scoring methodology — how indicators across the platform are constructed.
- Data sources registry — the official sources cited by verified datasets.
- Open the Biarritz air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Biarritz drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.
Quick answers about Biarritz
Is Biarritz worth visiting?
Yes — excellent quality of life (84/100), with nearby nature such as Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Pyrénées National Park.
Is Biarritz good for families?
Excellent (82/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Biarritz affordable?
Relatively expensive; about €1,860/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Biarritz?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Biarritz's main industries?
Mainly tourism, hospitality, manufacturing.
What is the climate in Biarritz?
An oceanic climate, averaging about 15.3°C.
Does Biarritz have universities?
Higher education is strong (68/100).
What is healthcare like in Biarritz?
Healthcare access is strong (71/100).
Is Biarritz good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (72/100).
What nature is near Biarritz?
Within ~170 km: Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Pyrénées National Park.
Explore Biarritz modules
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Cost of Living in Biarritz
Biarritz's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Biarritz
Biarritz's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy in Biarritz
Biarritz's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Biarritz
Biarritz's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Biarritz
Biarritz's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Biarritz
Biarritz's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
City rankings
Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.
Cost of living in Biarritz
Cost of living estimates for Biarritz — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.
Climate in Biarritz
Climate profile for Biarritz — Oceanic climate, annual average 15.3°C, comfort score 76/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Biarritz
Economy and jobs profile for Biarritz — tourism economy, economy score 74/100, key industries including tourism, hospitality, manufacturing. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Biarritz
Education profile for Biarritz — regional education center, education score 67/100, 4 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Biarritz
Healthcare and retirement profile for Biarritz — regional healthcare center, healthcare score 71/100, retirement score 72/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Biarritz
Source-attributed visual context for Biarritz using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.
Weekend trip planning guide for Biarritz
Weekend trip planning checklist for Biarritz — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.
Nearby weekend places from Biarritz
Source-backed nearby place records for local-first weekend planning, with verification status, official source links, Wikidata identity, and visual context.
Estimate a monthly budget for Biarritz
Estimate a monthly budget for Biarritz using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.
Plan a trip budget for Biarritz
Plan a trip budget for Biarritz using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.
Nearby cities from Biarritz
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Biarritz. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Bayonne, France
Coastal cluster · about 7 km from Biarritz. Explore Bayonne's city intelligence profile.
San Sebastián, Spain
Cross-border · about 39 km from Biarritz. Explore San Sebastián's city intelligence profile.
Pamplona, Spain
Cross-border · about 74 km from Biarritz. Explore Pamplona's city intelligence profile.
Pau, France
Mountain cluster · about 98 km from Biarritz. Explore Pau's city intelligence profile.
Bilbao, Spain
Cross-border · about 114 km from Biarritz. Explore Bilbao's city intelligence profile.
Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
Cross-border · about 115 km from Biarritz. Explore Vitoria-Gasteiz's city intelligence profile.
Jaca, Spain
Cross-border · about 132 km from Biarritz. Explore Jaca's city intelligence profile.
Logroño, Spain
Cross-border · about 134 km from Biarritz. Explore Logroño's city intelligence profile.
Tarbes, France
Same region · about 135 km from Biarritz. Explore Tarbes's city intelligence profile.
Bordeaux, France
Same region · about 170 km from Biarritz. Explore Bordeaux's city intelligence profile.
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Weekend escapes · 30 places across 17 cities.
Themed collections
Theme-first discovery collections that include Biarritz — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.
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France Mountain Escapes
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Biarritz FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Biarritz, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Biarritz
Is Biarritz worth visiting?
Biarritz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Pyrénées National Park and La Rhune (Larrun) within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Biarritz?
Biarritz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (84/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. It indexes 84/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Biarritz?
A single resident of Biarritz spends roughly €1,860 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near €988. Overall the city is relatively expensive for France. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Biarritz?
Plan for above-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Biarritz is high for remote workers (70/100), based on connectivity, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
What is the job market like in Biarritz?
Biarritz's labour market is strong, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, technology and manufacturing. Biarritz has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in tourism, hospitality and manufacturing.
Is Biarritz good for digital nomads and remote work?
Biarritz offers strong infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 78/100.
What are the education options in Biarritz?
Biarritz is a regional education center with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Social Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
Is Biarritz a good place to study?
Biarritz offers a moderate student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, strong quality of life and good connectivity.
What is healthcare like in Biarritz?
Biarritz has a regional healthcare center, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 71/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Biarritz a good place to retire?
Biarritz offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 72/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space, walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Biarritz?
Biarritz has an oceanic climate, averaging about 15.3°C annually with roughly 781 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jun.
Is Biarritz a safe place to live?
Biarritz is estimated to be a generally safe city (79/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
How easy is it to get around Biarritz?
Biarritz indexes a walkability score of 83 and a cycling score of 58 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Biarritz?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Biarritz include Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Pyrénées National Park and La Rhune (Larrun). Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Biarritz good for families?
Biarritz scores very high for family living (82/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Biarritz?
Biarritz rates 80/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 100/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Pyrénées National Park and La Rhune (Larrun) supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Biarritz profile to compare affordability, air quality, energy, and resilience alongside Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Montpellier. Its standout dimensions are air quality (76/100) and safety (60/100). The area most worth watching is cost of living (44/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.
Country context is available on the France country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Biarritz appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.
Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.
Sources
4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.
- UN-Habitat: World Cities Report 2024
Used as a policy and methodology reference for urban exposure and resilience signals.
- European Environment Agency: Air Quality Status Report
Used where European city comparisons need monitored air-quality context.
- NASA: NASA POWER
Used as an energy-resource and weather-normalization reference.
- IPCC: AR6 WGII Chapter 6: Cities, settlements and key infrastructure
Used to explain urban climate vulnerability and adaptation scoring logic.