Marbella Beach, Sandy beach in Biarritz, France

Marbella Beach is a sandy stretch in Biarritz measuring around 300 meters between rocky cliffs, composed of fine sand mixed with pebbles and grassy patches near the waterline. The beach layout creates different zones for walking and swimming along its length.

Marbella is one of the six beaches of Biarritz, on the Basque coast beside the Côte des Basques. Its name comes from Villa Marbella, built in 1863 for Lady Mary Caroline Bruce, a Scottish noblewoman descended from Scottish royalty. Her villa gave the cove its name and anchored the early use of this shore.

Marbella is one of the six beaches of Biarritz, on the Basque coast beside the Côte des Basques. Its position makes it a favoured spot for surfing, and surfers use the beach as a starting point for sessions along this stretch of coast.

Access to the beach requires climbing down roughly 60 stone steps from the upper level. Lifeguards monitor the area during warmer months, and first-aid facilities are available near the parking zone.

Unlike the neighboring Côte des Basques beach, this strand remains accessible even when the tide is high. This characteristic makes it a dependable choice for beach activities regardless of tidal conditions.