Port des pêcheurs, Fishing harbor in Biarritz, France.
The Port des Pêcheurs is a working fishing harbor in Biarritz, nestled between rocky outcrops and framed by the nearby church Sainte-Eugénie and the Plateau de l'Atalaye. The harbor holds moored fishing boats and is lined with small wooden storage structures that reflect the maritime character of this coastal area.
The harbor was established around 1780 after severe storms made the older port unusable for fishing operations. This relocation allowed fishermen to restart their sardine and mackerel fleets and rebuild the local maritime economy.
The harbor's name reflects the fishing families who have made this place their home for centuries. The colorful wooden huts scattered along the waterfront remain central to how locals gather and maintain their traditions.
Visitors can reach the harbor directly from the waterfront promenade without needing special tickets or entrance fees. The best time to visit is early in the morning when fishing activity is at its peak and the place feels most authentic.
The harbor contains around 65 traditional storage huts known as crampottes, where fishermen store their equipment and gather as a community. These distinctive structures are so tied to the harbor's identity that many visitors focus on the huts themselves rather than on the boats or water.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
