Paseo Nuevo (New Promenade), San Sebastian
Paseo Nuevo is a charming promenade that encircles the Urgull mount. Starting from the Aquarium and ending at the Old Town, beside the Kursaal, this picturesque avenue offers stunning views of the La Concha bay and the Cantabrian Sea throughout the entire walk. It is a peaceful and serene area, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
The entire distance of the promenade can be covered on foot in about 40 minutes, making it an easily accessible attraction for tourists. While vehicles are permitted on the promenade, it is a quiet zone with few cars passing through, making it safe for children to walk around. Visitors looking for parking in the city centre can find parking facilities in this area.
One of the main draws of Paseo Nuevo is the spectacular sight of the rough seas crashing against the promenade during high tide. This has made the promenade famous, with countless photographs and television broadcasts showcasing the dramatic waves. However, caution must be exercised as this can be a dangerous phenomenon if safety measures are not followed.
All in all, Paseo Nuevo is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a scenic and peaceful stroll in San Sebastian.
The entire distance of the promenade can be covered on foot in about 40 minutes, making it an easily accessible attraction for tourists. While vehicles are permitted on the promenade, it is a quiet zone with few cars passing through, making it safe for children to walk around. Visitors looking for parking in the city centre can find parking facilities in this area.
One of the main draws of Paseo Nuevo is the spectacular sight of the rough seas crashing against the promenade during high tide. This has made the promenade famous, with countless photographs and television broadcasts showcasing the dramatic waves. However, caution must be exercised as this can be a dangerous phenomenon if safety measures are not followed.
All in all, Paseo Nuevo is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a scenic and peaceful stroll in San Sebastian.
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Paseo Nuevo (New Promenade) on Map
Sight Name: Paseo Nuevo (New Promenade)
Sight Location: San Sebastian, Spain (See walking tours in San Sebastian)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: San Sebastian, Spain (See walking tours in San Sebastian)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in San Sebastian, Spain
Create Your Own Walk in San Sebastian
Creating your own self-guided walk in San Sebastian is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
San Sebastian Introduction Walking Tour
San Sebastian has long been well-known as a popular tourist destination thanks to its beautiful crescent-shaped urban beach, delicious Basque cuisine, and lively nightlife. The scenic La Concha Bay is like a perfectly shaped spa sitting beside the city.
Named after the monastery of San Sebastian, the city traces its history back to 1181, when the King of Navarre, Sancho VI Garces, granted the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Named after the monastery of San Sebastian, the city traces its history back to 1181, when the King of Navarre, Sancho VI Garces, granted the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Mount Urgull Walking Tour
Mount Urgull is a promontory stretching out at the eastern end of La Concha Bay, surrounded by water on all sides, except the one linking it to the Old Town of San Sebastian. Historically, this mount, rising 123 meters above sea level, served as a strategic defense point for the city, attesting to which now are the remnants of old fortifications with cannons still in place.
From its elevated... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
From its elevated... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles