Biot, France
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France
Biot is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 7,737. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Biot
Biot is a small fortified medieval hilltop village in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur near Antibes, between Nice and Cannes. Many people come to Biot for its renowned cubist art museum of Fernand Leger as well as the winding cobbled lanes on the elevated fort. This village, that is now known for its ceramics and glassblowing, dates to prehistoric times.
People
Economy
C+Housing
C+Climate
| Population | 7,737 |
| Population Density | 1,226 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.6285°, 7.0953° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (557 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $32,746 |
About Biot
Biot is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 7,737. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Biot vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $32,746 |
| 56% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 464 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $223,200 |
| 21% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,116 |
| 4% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 3,095 |
Property Tax
Climate in Biot
Biot has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 791 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above France avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6285°N, 7.0953°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) | Meteorological | 10.0 m | 9 | 15 km |
| 1968 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 88 km |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | - | - | 144 km |
| 1564 | LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 650 | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in |
Biot has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Biot
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée polyvalent Léonard de Vinci | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Les Hauts de Vaugrenier | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire privée Montessori bilingue Colibris | - | - | - | - |
| Collège L'Éganaude | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Île Verte | - | - | - | - |
| École Paul Langevin | - | - | - | - |
| École Saint-Roch | - | - | - | - |
| Le Moulin Neuf | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Super Antibes | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée polyvalent Léonard de Vinci | - | - | - | - |
| CFB - BTP CFA Antibes | - | - | - | - |
| Les Colibris - École Bilingue Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Olivari | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire de Garbejaïre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Biot
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Lounge Radio | ambient, chillout | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Classique | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC | 80's, disco | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Monaco 98.2 (MC) | euro hits, monte carlo | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fréquence K | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| France Bleu Azur | - | AAC 107 kbps | |
| Cool radio | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Yellow.radio (MC) | dance, deep | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Yellow Riviera (MC) | deep house, soulfull | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yellow Party (MC) | dance, deep | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Redzing Radio | dance, electro | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Monte Carlo Italia (MC) | italian, italian oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Pitchoun | - | AAC | |
| Riviera Radio (MC) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Europa Radio Jazz HD | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Veronica 60's & 70's | pop rock | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Ràdio Nissa Pantai | music, occitan | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stella Piemonte (IT) | pop rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Classique (France) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Saint Barth | outre-mer | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioSouvenir.com | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Europa Radio Jazz (IT) | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Biot
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancien moulin à huile | ||||
| Centre international d'art contemporain | ||||
| Chapelle Bellini | ||||
| Chapelle du Rosaire | ||||
| Chapelle du Saint-Esprit | ||||
| Chapelle Sainte-Anne | ||||
| Château de Villeneuve | ||||
| Château Grimaldi | ||||
| Château-Mairie | ||||
| Château-Musée d'Histoire naturelle | ||||
| Collection Roux | ||||
| Donation Albers-Honegger | ||||
| Espace Culturel - Musée Maurice Gottlob | ||||
| Espace de l'Art Concret | ||||
| Espace Lympia | ||||
| Espace Mer & Littoral | ||||
| Espace muséal Gombrowicz | ||||
| FAMM | ||||
| Fondation CAB | ||||
| Fondation Maeght | ||||
| Jardins d'Eilenroc | ||||
| La Bastide aux Violettes | ||||
| Le 109 | ||||
| Le Lavoir | ||||
| Le Trésor de Notre-Dame de Vie | ||||
| Les Jardins du Musée International de la Parfumerie | ||||
| Lou temp passat | ||||
| Maïoun dei Granouïe | ||||
| Maison de l'intelligence artificielle | ||||
| Musée Bonnard | ||||
| Musée d'Archéologie | ||||
| Musée d'Archéologie de Nice-Cimiez | ||||
| Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Provence de Grasse | ||||
| Musée d'art moderne et d'art contemporain | ||||
| Musée d'Histoire locale | ||||
| Musée d’histoire et de céramique biotoises | ||||
| Musee de l'Absinthe | ||||
| Musée de l'Ecole | ||||
| Musée de la Marine | ||||
| Musée de la Photographie André Villers | ||||
| Musée de la photographie Charles Nègre | ||||
| Musée de la Poype | ||||
| Musée de la résistance azuréene | ||||
| Musée des Arts Asiatiques | ||||
| Musée des Beaux Arts | ||||
| Musée des explorations du monde | ||||
| Musée du Bonsaï | ||||
| Musée du Costume et du Bijou Provencal | ||||
| Musée du Masque de fer et du Fort Royal | ||||
| Musée du patrimoine Le vieux Valbonne | ||||
| Musée du Peu | ||||
| Musée Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire | ||||
| Musée Ethnographique Reflet d'un Monde Rural | ||||
| Musée Fragonard | ||||
| Musée Franciscain | ||||
| Musée Goetz-Boumeester | ||||
| Musée international d'art naïf Anatole Jakovsky | ||||
| Musée International de la Parfumerie | ||||
| Musée Lou Ferouil | ||||
| Musée Magnelli | ||||
| Musée Marc Chagall | ||||
| Musée Masséna | ||||
| Musée Matisse | ||||
| Musée National du Sport | ||||
| Musée national Fernand Léger | ||||
| Musée national Picasso « La guerre et la paix » | ||||
| Musée Peynet | ||||
| Musée Picasso | ||||
| Musée Prieuré du Vieux Logis | ||||
| Musée Renoir | ||||
| Musée Terra Amata | ||||
| Musée Volti | ||||
| Museum d'Histoire Naturelle | ||||
| Palais Lascaris | ||||
| Salle Souvenir du 24e BCA | ||||
| Salles d'expositions municipales | ||||
| Villa Domergue | ||||
| Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild | ||||
| Villa Kérylos | ||||
| Villa-Musée Jean-Honoré Fragonard |
Libraries in Biot
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance française | 0.0 | |||||
| Alliance française | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Camille Claudel Pasteur | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Magnan | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Magnan | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Antoine | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Roch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Port | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Port | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Enfantine du Tivoli Les Bigarades | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Fontaine du Temple | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Fontaine du Temple | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque La Frayère | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louis Nucéra | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Coursegoules | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque patrimoniale, Villa Saint-Hilaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour Tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Raoul Mille | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Romain Gary | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque-Médiathèque Romain Gary | 0.0 | |||||
| BU Droit-Science Politique | 0.0 | |||||
| BU Lettres Arts Sciences Humaines - Henri Bosco | 0.0 | |||||
| BU Lettres Arts Sciences Humaines - Henri Bosco | 0.0 | |||||
| BU Saint-Jean d'Angély | 0.0 | |||||
| BU Saint-Jean d'Angély | 0.0 | |||||
| Caucade | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Albert Camus | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque André Verdet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque André Verdet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque centrale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Charles Nègre | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Colette (Valbonne Sophia Antipolis) | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Communautaire de Biot | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'Opio | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de l'Étoile | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de la Verrerie | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Mouans-Sartoux | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Peymeinade | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Roquefort les Pins | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque des Semboules | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Erik Orsenna | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jean d’Ormesson | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque La Source | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque La Source | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Les Quatre-Chemins | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Les Quatre-Chemins | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale Mougins | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Ranguin | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Villa Rothschild | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Biot
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMAP Valrose | |||||
| AMAP Valrose | |||||
| Cité marchande Docks de la Riviera | |||||
| Halles Municipales | |||||
| La coopérative des Baous | |||||
| Le Marché de nos collines | |||||
| Les Puces de Nice | |||||
| Les Puces de Nice | |||||
| Marché Couvert de Rocheville | |||||
| Marché de Gréolières | |||||
| Marché de Pré du Lac | |||||
| Marché de Roquestéron | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Vallier | |||||
| Marché de Tourrettes sur Loup | |||||
| Marché des Moulins | |||||
| Marché du Cours Saleya | |||||
| Marché du Cours Saleya | |||||
| Marché Fontaine du Temple | |||||
| Marché Fontaine du Temple | |||||
| Marché Forville | |||||
| Marché Forville | |||||
| Marché Fruits et Légumes Libération | |||||
| Marché Fruits et Légumes Libération | |||||
| Marché Gambetta | |||||
| Marché Poissons Libération | |||||
| Marché Poissons Libération | |||||
| Marché provençal | |||||
| Marché Provençal | |||||
| Mini Marché | |||||
| Place du Marché | |||||
| Place Saint-Roch |
Hotels in Biot
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Biot
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Biot
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Biot
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Biot
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Biot
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Biot
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Biot
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Biot
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Biot
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Biot
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Biot
9 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Biot
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Biot
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beer Company | ||||
| Beer Company | ||||
| Craftazur - Brasserie Artisanale d'Antibes | ||||
| La Brasserie Artisanale de Nice | ||||
| La Brasserie Artisanale de Nice | ||||
| La brasserie berroise | ||||
| Le Fontenoy | ||||
| Le Grand Barbu | ||||
| N7 Café | ||||
| N7 Café |
Stadiums & Teams in Biot
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Biot
20 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isola 2000 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domaine Skiable Espace Lumière | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rassemblement cours ESF | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lurisia – Monte Pigna | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Centro Fondo Marguareis | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Artesina | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Prato Nevoso | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Auron | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Seignus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ratery | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| L'Audibergue | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Riserva Bianca – Limone Piemonte | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Val Pelens | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domaine skiable Valberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Roubion-Les-Buisses | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Monesi di Triora | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Colle Saint Michel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Colmiane | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Turini Camp d'Argent | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gréolières-Les-Neiges | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Biot
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport | NCE | Large Airport |
| Cannes Mandelieu Airport | CEQ | Medium Airport |
| Le Luc-Le Cannet Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cogolin Grimaud Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Col de Lèques Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fayence-Tourrettes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fréjus Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Isola 2000 Altisurface | - | Small Airport |
| La Môle Airport | LTT | Small Airport |
| La Mure-Argens Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Valettes Glider Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Seyne les Alpes Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Thorame-Basse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thorame-Haute Chamatte Altisurface | - | Small Airport |
| Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface | - | Small Airport |
| Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2) | - | Small Airport |
| Valberg Altisurface | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Biot
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agence Postale Communale | |
| Biot Saint-Philippe | |
| Chronopost | |
| La Poste Espace Clients Pro | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. | |
| Valbonne Principal |
Treatment Centers in Biot
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinet infirmier | ||
| Cabinet Infirmier | ||
| Cabinet infirmier | ||
| Centre de convalescence La Serena | ||
| Centre de Soin Arenas | ||
| Centre Médical et Dentaire MGEN de Nice | ||
| Centre Thérapeutique de Nice | ||
| Centre Thérapeutique La Madeleine - CMP | ||
| Clinique Villa la Tour | ||
| Pole Santé | ||
| Soins Infirmiers | ||
| SOS Médecins | ||
| Villa Romaine |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Biot
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Notre-Dame | |
| Chapelle Saint-Claude | |
| Chapelle Saint-Éloi | |
| Église Protestante Évangélique | |
| Église Saint-Paul-des-Nations | |
| Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine |
Quick Facts
🇫🇷 About France
Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Biot
What is the population of Biot?
Biot has a population of 7,737 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,226 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
Is Biot expensive to live in?
The median household income is $32,746, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $223,200 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Biot?
Biot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.
How is the job market in Biot?
The unemployment rate in Biot is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 464 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Biot?
The median home value in Biot is $223,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,116.
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