Blog · Basque Country
Visit one of the best places in Spain, the Basque Country. Its environment of nature, mountains and beach; together with its culture or gastronomy make our home a unique place to visit.
San Sebastian is crossed by the Urumea River, which divides the city into two parts: east and west. To connect both parts of the city, the Urumea is crossed by a series of bridges, the first being the Kursaal or Zurriola, and the most spectacular, and the subject of this post, the María Cristina Bridge. […]
Did you know that Txakoli went from being the “weird” wine in cider houses to one of the favourites for curious wine lovers? If you’re planning a getaway to San Sebastián and you’re up for some wine tourism, this slightly sparkling white wine with a touch of acidity deserves a stop (or several). The good […]
In San Sebastian, everyone visits the Old Town and the city centre, La Concha, and some tourists venture to the Gros neighbourhood… But very few venture to El Antiguo. Located on the other side of La Concha Bay, next to Ondarreta Beach, between Miramar Palace and Mount Igeldo, El Antiguo is one of those neighbourhoods […]
If you venture a little way out of the centre of San Sebastián, you will find a corner where time seems to slow down. The Aiete Palace, with its romantic gardens and stately architecture, isn’t featured on all the postcards… but it should be. It was once a royal residence and a diplomatic venue, and […]
In August, San Sebastián undergoes a transformation. It goes from being a city of quiet elegance and scenic walks to becoming one big party. And not just any party: Semana Grande (Aste Nagusia in Basque) is the most eagerly awaited event of the summer in the city. It’s nine days of fireworks, concerts, gastronomy, popular […]
Sometimes, the most special thing is right under your nose. Santa Clara Island, planted in the middle of the bay of La Concha, looks like a floating postcard… and it is. But it is also much more. This little green jewel hides secrets, routes with incredible views, contemporary art, and even a beach that only […]
Some things just happen. You go to San Sebastian and, without realising it, you end up in the Old Town. It’s not witchcraft, it’s pure magnetism. Because this little labyrinth of cobbled streets has something that hooks you: bars that smell of freshly made pintxos, façades with history and an atmosphere that doesn’t let up […]
San Sebastian is a city that you will fall in love with from the first glance, but if there is one thing that makes it a top destination, it is its coastline. Four urban beaches, each with its own vibe, mean that anyone can find their perfect spot by the sea. And the best thing […]
The history of San Sebastian is marked by wars. The War of Independence, the Carlist Wars, the Civil War… But throughout its almost thousand years, in San Sebastian we have also had pleasant times, times when everything was going well and its inhabitants enjoyed life without any major worries. One of those moments could be […]
With more than 65 kilometres of bike lanes, or as we call them, bidegorri (literally red road because of the colour of the asphalt), San Sebastian is the perfect city for cycling. Whether it’s just for transport to get from one place to another, or for leisure, cycling is the ideal way to get around […]
La Concha Beach is one of the symbols of San Sebastian and one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Find out what makes it so special, what services it offers, how to enjoy it and everything you can see around it. General characteristics of the beach La Concha Beach stretches right in front […]
Music accompanies us at different times of our lives, but… is there anything better than a live concert to enjoy it? In our city we know that live music is something unique, so we have different music festivals in Donostia so that everyone can enjoy the type of music they prefer and discover new artists. […]