Monte Urgull
A wooded hill fort topped by a giant Christ, ramparts looking down on both bays.
How to reach it
About 10 min walk from San Sebastián station. San Sebastián is the start of the route.
- From the station
- 10 min · 0.8 km
- Rail pass
- Renfe Abono
- Tickets
- Free to visit
More to see in San Sebastián
La Concha Promenade
The white railings of the most photographed bay in Spain.
Parte Vieja Pintxo Crawl
Michelin-dense old town, one bar and one bite at a time.
Monte Igueldo
A rickety 1912 funicular to a hilltop fairground for the classic bay panorama.
Peine del Viento
Chillida’s iron combs bolted into the rocks where the promenade meets the waves.
Playa de la Zurriola
The surf beach across the river, backed by the glass Kursaal cubes.
San Telmo Museoa
Basque history in a Dominican convent with Sert murals in the old church.
Mercado de la Bretxa
The old town’s produce market, txakoli and Idiazabal cheese under street level.
Other stops on the San Sebastián Coastal Cercanías
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to Monte Urgull from San Sebastián station?
- About 10 min walk from San Sebastián station. San Sebastián is the start of the route.
- Is Monte Urgull covered by the Renfe Abono?
- The train journey to San Sebastián is fully covered by the Renfe Abono. Entry to Monte Urgull is free.
- What else is there to see near Monte Urgull?
- Other sights in San Sebastián include La Concha Promenade, Parte Vieja Pintxo Crawl, Monte Igueldo, Peine del Viento, Playa de la Zurriola.