Hotels near Monte Igueldo

Monte Igueldo rises at the western end of La Concha Bay and delivers the postcard view of San Sebastián - the whole shell-shaped bay, the island, and the city framed by green hills. A wooden funicular from 1912, the oldest in the Basque Country, still creaks its way up the slope.

At the top sits a small, gloriously old-fashioned amusement park with a rollercoaster that runs along the cliff edge, plus a viewing terrace. It is more about the vista than the rides, and the sunset light over the Bay of Biscay is the real draw.

Pro Tip: The funicular runs roughly every 15 minutes and costs about 4.50 EUR return. Walk up if you prefer, but the ride is part of the charm - sit on the right for the bay view.