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The Parte Vieja or Old Town of San Sebastian is one of the most liveliest corners of the city. Sandwiched between the River Urumea, La Concha Beach and Monte Urgull, the neighbourhood is probably Donostia’s most visited attraction. And there’s a good reason why. Famous for its pinxo cuisine and vibrant nightlife, the Parte Vieja’s … Read more
One of the things San Sebastian is famous for is surfing. And thanks to the Zurriola beach, Gros is where all the young, cool surfers hang out. Over time, this has led to Gros becoming San Sebastian’s trendy neighbourhood. The barrio (area) is located between the River Urumea and Monte Ulía. It’s easy to get … Read more
Whilst San Sebastian is a fairly compact city (you can get around on foot to most places), it’s still worth doing a bit of research on the best area to stay in depending on what you’re after. There are a number of neighbourhoods in the city, and they all offer something a little different. To … Read more
Any visit to San Sebastian isn’t complete without a trip to the Playa de la Concha! Voted as one of the best beaches in Europe, it’s the picture-perfect setting. But what makes La Concha unique is its location. It’s set in the centre of San Sebastian next to the town hall and shopping district of … Read more
The Anoeta Stadium or Reale Arena is the home to La Liga side Real Sociedad and occasionally the Real Soceidad Women’s team. The stadium sits in the Amara district of San Sebastian, which is to the south of the city but easily accessible from the city centre by metro, biking or even walking. Things to … Read more
The San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao is one of the most iconic buildings in the city. With a maximum capacity of 53,000 spectators, it’s the 7th largest stadium in Spain and one of the top sporting venues in the whole of Europe. Opening in 2013, its home to Athletic Bilbao and also where the Basque … Read more
The Basque Country, located west of the Pyrenees, covers some 21,000 square kilometres. Within that space, the region is blessed with incredible natural features, fascinating history, a unique culture and some amazing food. But when planning a trip to the Basque Country, it can be difficult to decide where to go. Whilst most people have … Read more
The River Nervión has played an instrumental role in the history of Bizkaia and the Basque Country. Starting from the river source in Álava, the Nervión has been a driving force behind the emergence of towns and villages on its banks and surrounding areas. At the estuary of the river, known as La Ría, the … Read more
The Basque Country is a region recognised for its unique culture. A lot of that stems from Basque traditions that are intrinsically linked to modern day life in Euskadi. A lot of the Basque traditions come from rural areas and the farmhouses. They historically formed the social structures of Baque society. Today, these traditions are … Read more
The Basque Country is a region with a unique and distinct heritage built up over the centuries, and that’s evident in the popular Basque symbols. The region has the last remaining pre-Indo-European language (Euskara) that dates back to prehistoric Europe. It’s also a place of unique traditions and culture. They are still evident today in … Read more
