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San Sebastian offers stylishly furnished holiday accommodation just a few hundred metres from the vibrant city centre and the sandy beach. A modern apartment in San Sebastian with balcony or roof terrace is the ideal choice for vacationers who want to experience the vibrancy of the Basque coastal city.
Spacious vacation rental near San SebastianPeople who prefer a stay in untouched nature can book accommodation in a finca or a villa in the hilly hinterland of the city. In a vacation rental near San Sebastian holidaymakers can enjoy wonderful views over the city, the bay and the surrounding mountains. A large garden and a private pool allow relaxing holidays in an idyllic atmosphere.
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Location and orientation
San Sebastian is located in northern Spain on the Basque coast of the Bay of Biscay. Embedded in a bay called "La Concha" because of its shell-like shape, the city is bordered by the rock massifs of Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldo. With about 186,000 inhabitants, San Sebastian is also known as the "Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea" because of its picturesque landscape.
Convenient location near FranceThose who book a holiday apartment in San Sebastian not only enjoy the diverse cultural program of the coastal city, but also the proximity to beautiful cities on the Atlantic coast of France. The historic seaside resort of Biarritz is only fifty kilometres from San Sebastian. The picturesque coastal town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the Spanish metropolis of Bilbao also offer day trips.
In the early 20th century, the Casino of San Sebastian was a playground for important personalities such as Maurice Ravel and Mata Hari.
Travelers and Activities
San Sebastian is known far beyond Spain's borders as an important festival metropolis and attraction for gourmets. Culture-interested holidaymakers are also attracted to San Sebastian because the city centre has remained largely unchanged since the middle of the 19th century. The magnificent Old Town with its Belle Époque-style buildings and neo-Gothic cathedral offers a varied sightseeing programme.
San Sebastian for active holidaymakersSan Sebastian is the ideal destination for people who want to discover unspoilt landscapes with varied nature through sporting activities. Close to the city there are several nature parks, characterized by forests and meadows, mountain landscapes, picturesque lakes and a diverse flora and fauna, which are considered hiking and mountaineering paradises. The semi-circular city beach invites you to take long walks and water sports activities.
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If you want to relax body and soul while enjoying the magnificent architecture of the late 19th century, La Perla Centro Talaso-Sport is the place for you. The historic thermal bath located directly on the beach awaits its guests with a varied wellness and sports programme. Visitors enjoy magnificent views over the bay from the swimming pool.
Basque history in contrasting architectureThe San Telmo Museum is located at the foot of Monte Urgull. It is accommodated in a former monastery, which was extended by a new building conceived as an artificial rock wall. The museum houses an extensive collection of artefacts that tell visitors about the tradition and history of the Basque Country.
Local specialities at the highest levelChef Andoni Luiz Aduriz, who has been awarded two Michelin stars, attracts gourmets from all over the world to his restaurant Mugaritz. With his creative interpretations of Basque specialities, Aduriz knows how to challenge his guests intellectually.