10th March
We are only a few miles away from Biarritz. I have this image of a very sophisticated coastal town with long grassy promenades, grand architecture and expensive shops. So I wanted to go. It would be good to have another lazy driving day and the Aire we found is right by the beach. We arrived about midday and luckily the Aire is big. Can take 50 vans, and also offers unmetered electricity. So we parked up and plugged in feeling very pleased with ourselves until noticed a note in the book saying that the police arrive at 7.00pm to collect €10 a van. Not so cheap then.
The Aire is on the South side of the town, and slightly out of town, so whilst I didn't get a full picture of the town, because it was Saturday, there were a lot of smart people promenading on the smart grassy coastal path. The beach is long and rugged and famous for its surfing location. The Bay of Biscay hurling himself onto the rocks and sand in usual style. We had a gorgeous walk when we arrived and again along the cliff path in the evening. There are plenty of bars and restaurants on the cliffs, and definately a place to come back to.
I asked the owner of the nearest cafe if we would be able to get bread in the morning, and she said no, everything being closed on a Sunday. But she offered to get an extra loaf in. How kind.
The Aire filled up quickly. It is like being at a MotorHome show. I only wished I could have been allowed in to have a look round some of them. During the evening I reckon there were at least another 50 vans who had to drive away as there was no more room.
It has been an eye opener to find how quiet vanners are. There is usually no noise after dark wherever we go. That is apart from the irritating barks of two Tibetan Terriers out for their last visit around 10.30pm!
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