The seaside resort town of Biarritz is ready and waiting to be explored by scooter or motorcycle. Upon arrival at Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport, visitors can immediately get the keys to their rental and begin a journey of discovery in this fashionable corner of southwest France. Winding along the roads towards the town center, one finds charming architecture from the Belle Époque and an eclectic mix of food and culture. Stop in to try pintxos Basque tapas at a bar or cafe before taking in the view from the 19th century lighthouse on Rocher de la Vierge. Watch the sun sparkle on the vast Bay of Biscay and see surfers ride the legendary waves known to draw European nobility in centuries past. A drive north brings you along the scenic Côte des Basques coastline with stops at museums and monuments dedicated to the area's surf culture. Or head south through forested hills overlooking the rocky coast to reach charming villages like Guéthary and Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Just 15 minutes inland is lively Espelette, home of the famed red chili pepper used in Basque cuisine. Enjoy some fiery pimentos in oil or as a seasoning during an authentic meal in town. Then walk off lunch browsing the quaint shops and sights of the valley. Nearby towns like Cambo-les-Bains with its Belle Époque architecture and Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, a gateway to the Pyrenees mountains, also beg to be explored. With the freedom of your own two-wheeled transportation, this corner of the French Basque country and its surrounding treasures can easily be discovered.