Chapelle Impériale
A small chapel commissioned by Empress Eugénie in 1864, blending Roman, Byzantine and Spanish Moorish styles, with lavish interiors.
The chapel is dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico, reflecting the Empress's Spanish origins. Its exterior is simple, but inside there are coloured tiles, gilded coffered ceilings and royal coats of arms. It is a prime example of eclectic decoration from the Second Empire and is listed as a French historic monument. It is only open on certain days, and tickets cost about €5, so check the tourist office announcements. It is behind the Hôtel du Palais, a two-minute walk away.
Opening hours
Open days about 14:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Russian Orthodox Church of Biarritz
- Hôtel du Palais
- Grande Plage de Biarritz
- Les Halles de Biarritz
- Biarritz Lighthouse
- Port des Pêcheurs
- Aquarium de Biarritz
- Anglet Beaches – Chambre d'Amour