View of La Concha Bay

The view of the bay of La Concha, in San Sebastián

The bay of La Concha offers one of the finest panoramas of San Sebastián, a perfect crescent framed by hills. The San Sebastián audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this exceptional view, which makes the renown of the Basque city.

The perfect crescent framed by hills

The bay of La Concha is one of the finest urban panoramas of Europe and the symbol of San Sebastián. This almost perfect crescent opens onto the Cantabrian Sea, sheltered by two hills, Mont Urgull and Mont Igueldo, which frame it like two guardians. In its centre emerges the small island of Santa Clara, set on the waters. All around, the promenade, the beaches and the elegant Belle Époque façades compose a harmonious ensemble. Whether you admire this panorama from the heights or the waterside, the view of the bay of La Concha is unforgettable, especially at sunset.

What to see

You admire the almost perfect crescent of the bay open onto the Cantabrian Sea, framed by the Urgull and Igueldo hills, with the island of Santa Clara in its centre and the Belle Époque façades all around. The view of the bay of La Concha is unforgettable. It is a must-see stop, especially at sunset.

Practical information

The view of the bay of La Concha is discovered from the promenade, the beaches and the heights of San Sebastián, reachable on foot and by public transport. They are open-air public spaces, freely accessible. The panorama is particularly beautiful on a clear day and at sunset.

What frames the bay of La Concha?

Two hills, Mont Urgull and Mont Igueldo, frame this almost perfect crescent, with the island of Santa Clara in its centre, open onto the Cantabrian Sea.

Where to admire the bay of La Concha?

From the promenade, the beaches and the heights of San Sebastián, in Spain.