1911 Biarritz, France – Casino and Grande Plage Postcard
This postcard captures a lively scene at Grande Plage (Grand Beach) in Biarritz, France, with the grand Casino Municipal dominating the background. The bustling beach is filled with vacationers in early 20th-century attire, reflecting Biarritz’s reputation as a premier seaside resort.
The reverse side features a handwritten message addressed to Mr. Sponaridge, Middleton Vicarage, Wirksworth, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England. The sender writes:
"Many thanks for loving a wish, received just on leaving. Money over bit on the way—very happy—nice house, church adjoining—both good. Address: St. Andrews Vicarage, Biarritz B.P., France."
A French 10-centime stamp is affixed, with a Biarritz postmark dated August 23, 1911.
Size ±: 14 cm x 9 cm
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