Eglise Sainte-Eugenie
What the experts agree on
This striking 1864 neo-Gothic church overlooks Biarritz's old port and was built for Empress Eugénie. Its dramatic vaulted crypt doubles as an atmospheric art venue, making it both architectural landmark and cultural space.
Lonely Planet "The neo-Gothic Église Ste-Eugénie was built in 1864 for – who else? – Empress Eugénie, and sits on a prominent spot in the old port." Full review
The Guardian "Overlooking the old fishing port is the impressive, greystone neo-Gothic Église de Sainte-Eugénie – patron saint of Napoleon III’s wife, Eugénie de Montijo, who fashioned Biarritz as a..."
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