(1 Bis Place Clémenceau, tel: 05 5924 0138) Miremont is a classy sweet and pastry shop in the centre of town. There are plenty of other patisseries in Biarritz, of course, but Miremont has gained a reputation among locals and tourists alike for style, elegance and flavour. Check out the bonbons - they're exquisite.

This part of the world is famous for its exquisite chocolate and Atelier du Chocolat is one of the finest shops in town, offering all kinds of delicious handmade chocolates, traditional and modern. A great place for a sweet treat (Place Georges Clémenceau, tel: 05 5924 4705).

No trip to Biarritz is complete wthout a visit to a chocolate shop; Henriet, at Place George Clemenceau, is one of the best. Exquisite homemade bonbons of all descriptions.

Biarritz is famous for its exquisite chocolate shops. One of the best is Pariès, at 1 place Bellevue (tel: 05 59 22 07 52), where you can choose from lot of different bonbons and speciality nougats in a range of flavours.