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    Playa de la Concha

    4.7 (39 reviews)

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    Katie R.

    We stayed at a hotel that was a minute walk from the beach. We walked by along the promenade multiple times a day, and each time, we were in awe of how beautiful it was. Day and night, this beach is absolutely spectacular. The crescent shape and the surrounding mountains make for gorgeous views any which way you look. We were here in October during the week, and even being such a popular beach, it never felt like it was too crowded - though that might be different in summer and on weekends. Most of our time spent here was above the sand, but we did make it onto the beach and in for a dip one of the afternoons we were here. The water was super refreshing and the sand was so soft on our feet. I wish we were here longer and could've enjoyed a bit more time on the beach.

    Sunil R.

    WOW! One of the best beaches in the world IMHO. The setting is mindblowing. It does get super busy and getting there is a challenge as well so be warned. However well worth the hassle!

    Eric B.

    La Concha Beach is arguably the most classic, the most photographed, and the most visited one in Spain. It's one and a half kilometres of wide and white crescent of sand with an elegant, urbane style to it. It grew under the stewardship of various European Royalty and is sometimes referred to as the Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea. Gayle and I took several strolls along Playa de la Concha and enjoyed the tranquility, the scenery, the families and babies, the turn-of-the-century houses along the promenade, and the pleasant lack of commercialism. Our Hotel was a mere block from the Beach and with a partial view. This was one of the romantic highlights of our trip. It was also easy to walk onwards towards Old Town, Monte Urgull, El Muelle, Monte Igueldo, and other parts of San Sebastian.

    Tiffany T.

    I love this beach! Man you hardly get nice beaches like La Concha! This beach is a few minutes away from the old town, and there is always a ton of people here. The sand here is perfectly soft and so comfortable to lay on - I even fell asleep, which I hardly do at beaches. Overall, this is a great place to just chill, bring your kids and have a nice day out in the sun. The water (at least in August) was warm and not to deep. Some women are topless but don't be alarmed, most beaches in Spain you will see this.

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    Joe R.

    The Paseo de la Concha is a spacious and stylish promenade along a brilliant stretch of urban coastline. We followed the elegant walkway from the Comb of the Winds to the lively narrow streets and pintxos bars of Parte Vieja. Monte Igueldo to the west and Monte Urgull to the east act like massive bookends bounding the neat row of sophisticated seaside apartment buildings. As we strolled, we questioned how our humble desert hometown of Reno, Nevada became a sister city with this classy and refined European beach resort. With the tide out, we stepped off the paved promenade, removed our shoes, and walked on the firm sand of La Concha Beach. The gentle waves and cool ocean water tickled our toes. To dry our bare feet, we leaned against Juan Rafael Alday's iconic white iron railing, beneath one of his famous streetlights. With shoes back on, we concluded our walk on the Paseo de la Concha at a little pintxos bar on a lively narrow street in Parte Vieja.

    Kim N.

    I went to San Sebastian for the food first and foremost. But the culture and the beautiful setting makes it the reason other folks in Spain come for their vacation. The Playa de la Concha certainly is one of those picturesque beaches in San Sebastian. Even on the drizzly days it's stands as a place to relax and stare off into the waters distance.

    A view of the beach along the iconic white railing.
    Jessica L.

    There's no way to not see La Conch Beach from almost anywhere in City Center of San Sebastian. You can sit and watch the tide roll in or take your shoes off and stroll along the sand. When the tide comes up it's fun to watch the waves crash into the seawall. SUP, swim, kayak or surf in the water at this beach. There's no limit! I do believe it's a topless beach so be aware if this is something that doesn't suit your fancy. We were there in the early fall so it wasn't too crowded, but I could imagine this place is packed in the summer months.

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    Playa de la Zurriola

    Playa de la Zurriola

    4.5(16 reviews)
    1.6 km

    Out of the 4 beaches around Donosti, this one is the one that has the tallest waves and…read moresurf...therefore, it is here that you can see the surfers ride the waves and enjoy hanging ten. The water was a bit cold and the weather was kind of cool while I was visiting, so many of the surfers had wet suits. There are stations for lifeguards and first aid that are open based on the season and a set schedule. Many restaurants, cafes and shops are located right across the beach.

    This was my favorite beach in San Sebastian. It is typically called the "Surfer Beach" because…read moreguess what? It's a surfer beach! This a great beach to bum at - the sand is nice and soft. And it's a really nice place to just chill and watch surfers surf! There are designated areas when people can go in the water and play. The lifeguards try and ensure that people aren't getting too close to the high waves and surfers. In terms of the surf, the waves are pretty decent. You'll usually come across knee high to waist high waves (at least that's what is was when I was there). This is a great place for beginner/intermediate surfers to improve their skill level! Beware though, the waves come in very quickly, one after the other. This made me a little exhausted because every time I surfed a wave, it would take me a while to get back to the "safe spot" or the break (I am not the strongest swimmer or most skilled surfer). You'll see many of the more skilled surfers drop out of a wave to avoid coming to close to the shore, if this makes sense. For the 1st timers, if you stay near the left side of the beach, the waves are ankle to knee high! Great place to learn, you'll see all the surf schools out here too!

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    Playa de Itzurun

    Playa de Itzurun

    5.0(2 reviews)
    22.0 km

    One of the most stunning beaches I have ever seen in my life! The rock formations are out of this…read moreworld and seem unreal. The water was nice and warm and it was wonderful to spend a few hours here. Highly recommend it!

    On our way to La Rioja we came to Zumaia for a few hours. Mostly because we wanted to check on this…read morefamous (now even more so) beach. It is an impressive sight and well worth a drive. And especially after Game Of Thrones the popularity for sure really took off. There is no parking here, your best bet is to park by the "Txomin Agirre Kalea" street by the river. Plenty of metered parking. And it's only an easy 10' stroll to this beach. The beach itself is a dark-sand beach. But it's not the beach that makes most people come here. It's the amazing rock formations and cliffs. Some rocks stand out like razors and the cliffs do look like they've been carved. But it's all mother nature and that makes it even more amazing. This is where some famous scenes from Dragonstone (GoT) were filmed. And it's interesting how easy it is to access for the public. And free....and no restrictions (except no pets). On the left side of the beach there are several caves. It's a bit wet on the way, but you can get there with sneakers even. On the right side are the razor-shaped formations and also the impressive cliffs. Be careful where to access, because it's swampy and you might bury your feet in it (like me). On the very right are some small stairs, the best way to access this area. It's really a great place to stroll along the beach. Great views. And less visitors than you might think. Especially if you walk along the beach on the right, then there are less and less people....the further you go. Impressive place. One of the best we've visited on this Road Trip.

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    Plage de La Piste - Panorama from lifeguard post. Bluebird day.

    Plage de La Piste

    5.0(1 review)
    56.7 km

    Typical "Landaise" beach. Sand dunes will hide the ocean from the city, the street and the parking…read morelot. When you walk to the top of the sand dune on the paved road you will discover the beach and ocean from the look-out. North of "La Piste" you will see multiple dynamited World War II Blockhaus (bunkers). The Northern bunkers mark the limit with the next beach "La Santocha". Usually the swimming zone is right in front of the look-out and is open: - 7 days/week during the Summer season (from end of June to beginning of September) - from 11h00 to 19h00. In Landes département (country subdivision smaller than région), it is not allowed to surf in the swimming zone. It is not really a problem as swimming zones are usually quite small. You should also always surf with a leash. Beware: I am a surfer so my review is a bit biased maybe. I am also a father of 2 girls 3 and 6 years old. Please respect the ocean, the beach and your neighbor. Do not litter, use the trash bins, do not throw your cigarettes on the beach, do not break glass on the beach. The Good: - My favorite beach. I started surfing at "La Santocha" North of "La Piste" but after a year or two of surfing I preferred "La Piste". In Capbreton, the Souther you go (the further from the harbor sea walls), the better the waves are. - Not crowded. Crowd goes to more central beaches closer to the pier and the casino. - Natural and a little secluded. Except the WW2 bunkers, you mostly see the ocean, the beach and the dunes. They are no urban amenities. - In 15 years I have never had my stuff stolen on the beach. Also I am a surfer, so thieves might not steal from a surfer. I guess it would be safer for a thief to steal from a regular tourist. - The swimming zone is secured by French MNS (Maitre Nageur Sauveteur: lifeguard). - Shower available at the sand dune look-out. - Big bike parking lot. So ride your bike! (It could be bigger though). - French style beach with women topless. If you are puritan, you might be shocked a bit. Go to "Culs nus" beaches between Hossegor and Seignosse to have a bigger shock at these naked beaches. - Large and soft sand: make it very competitive to run and play beach sports. I love it to play volley ball and dive on it personally. The Not so good: - Not urban friendly: If you are urban and like to have amenities on the beach, this is not the place for you. There is no snack nearby. The restrooms are on the parking lot (yes you have to walk over the sand dune). - Small parking lot for cars: ride your bike! The parking lot is quite small and does not have any shade (you will melt in your car...). So easy solution: ride your bike. That's what I have been doing for ever. Even with surfboards and 2 young kids with the help of a trailer (with "San Diego" California fake licence plate). - Huge traffic jam to go to the beach in afternoons. This is valid for all beaches in Capbreton, Hossegor and Seignosse. So guess what? Yes, ride your bike! - Capbreton has narrow beaches, particularly at high tide. This is because of the harbor. Its sea walls generate a current that displaces the sand from Capbreton to Hossegor and Seignosse. In comparison the beaches are huge in Hossegor and Seignosse. Check the difference from the point of view of the sea walls, you will see how far Hossegor's Notre-Dame beach goes toward the ocean compare to Capbreton's beach. The Bad: - Dangerous place to swim. Particularly for kids and adults who do not swim well. Waves and beaches in les Landes are treacherous. Be careful of the shore break () at high tide, it can knock you out on the sand. - Ebb tide and baïnes: South-West of France beaches have the dangerous "baïne" feature. At high tide, high volume of water can accumulate between the sand bar and the beach. And when the tide lowers, this volume has to go out and it generates a strong water current to the sea. When you get caught in any current, don't fight it. Try to signal your situation to people on the beach or boats and swim perpendicular to the direction of the current if you can. - The Norther you go in Capbreton (the closer to the harbor and its sea walls) the less dangerous the beaches are and smaller the waves. Hossegor has a lake if you prefer calm water (but muddier sand).

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    Plage de La Piste - Panorama of a storm on 2012-07-14 Bastille Day. Taken from lifeguard post.

    Panorama of a storm on 2012-07-14 Bastille Day. Taken from lifeguard post.

    Plage de La Piste - Great waves on nice morning. 1m80 (5') waves. Offshore wind. 2012-07-07.

    Great waves on nice morning. 1m80 (5') waves. Offshore wind. 2012-07-07.

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