Urgull

Monte Urgull rises 88 meters above sea level at the eastern end of La Concha Bay, featuring fortified walls and multiple walking paths.

The hill functioned as a strategic military defense point from the 12th century, protecting San Sebastián through numerous conflicts until its conversion to public space in 1924.

The Castle of La Mota at the summit contains the House of History museum, presenting eight centuries of San Sebastián's development through exhibits and artifacts.

Visitors can access Monte Urgull through four different paths between 8:00 and 21:00, with each route offering different perspectives of the bay and city.

The 12-meter statue of Christ at the peak, installed in 1950, stands on a chapel base, creating a total monument height of 24 meters.

Location: San Sebastián

Elevation above the sea: 88 m

Address: Subida al Castillo Kalea, 6, 20003 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain 20003 Donostia

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-21:00

Phone: +34943481166

Website: https://sansebastianturismoa.eus/es/hacer/que-ver-san-sebastian/monte-urgull

GPS coordinates: 43.32494,-1.98974

Latest update: July 23, 2025 13:48