Immerse Yourself in the World of Wheels and Waves During Your Stay in Biarritz

Heading to Biarritz for Wheels and Waves? Every June, this iconic surf town on the French Basque Coast becomes a meeting point for custom motorcycle enthusiasts, surfers and lovers of ride culture. With sprint races, surf sessions and live music, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Whether you’re staying for the entire festival or combining the event with a few days of holiday in Biarritz, here’s everything you need to make the most of your trip.

The Spirit of Wheels and Waves in Biarritz: Custom Motorcycles, Surfing and Vintage Culture

Founded in 2012 by the Southsiders collective, Wheels and Waves brings together a unique mix of worlds: custom motorcycles, from café racers and scramblers to bobbers, alongside traditional surfing, skateboarding and contemporary art.

The festival’s main hub is based at the Cité de l’Océan, with events taking place at several iconic locations across the region. Highlights include the Punk’s Peak sprint races on the slopes of Mount Jaizkibel in Spain and El Rollo, a series of flat-track races held in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle. Visitors can also catch retro surf competitions at Milady Beach and the Côte des Basques, explore the Artride art exhibitions and enjoy open-air concerts every evening.

Getting to Biarritz and Getting Around During the Festival

Whether you’re travelling to the French Basque Coast or exploring the area during your stay, there are several convenient ways to get around:

• By plane: Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is just 4 km from the city centre. You can reach the coast in around 10 minutes by taxi or bus.
• By train: High-speed TGV services connect Paris to Biarritz in just over four hours. The train station is less than 3 km from the seafront.
• By car or motorcycle: Biarritz is easily accessible via the A63 motorway (exit 4, Biarritz). Travelling by motorcycle is also a convenient way to explore the French and Spanish sides of the Basque Coast.
• By local bus: The Txik Txak public transport network serves the wider urban area. Stops along Avenue de la Milady provide easy connections to the town centre and train station.

Good to know: Roads can get particularly busy in June, so allow extra time for your journeys during the festival.

Stay at Nemea Appart’Hotel Les Hauts de Milady: Explore Biarritz on Foot

Choosing the right holiday accommodation in Biarritz can make all the difference when it comes to enjoying everything Wheels and Waves has to offer. Ideally located at 26 Avenue de la Milady, 64200 Biarritz, Nemea Appart’Hotel Les Hauts de Milady puts you within easy walking distance of both the Cité de l’Océan and the beach.

The Appart’Hotel concept combines the freedom and privacy of your own self-catering apartment, complete with a fully equipped kitchen, with the convenience of hotel services. Prepare meals whenever you like, plan your days at your own pace and make the most of the residence’s facilities.

Accommodation in Biarritz is in high demand during the festival, so it’s worth booking several months in advance to secure your stay. Book your stay now and get ready to experience Wheels and Waves in Biarritz!