San Sebastian is the queen of Basque resorts. Having a beautiful beach, with sparkling blue water, bounded by lush, rolling hills La Conch Bay resort has been a celebrity magnet for generations, with its chic La Concha Bay resort. Mild winters and hot summers add to the attraction.
The resort is crowded in July and August and especially during the week of Semana Grande in mid-August when the week is packed with music and sports events, as well as world-famous firework displays. On August 31, walk along Semana Grande street to witness the unique candlelit ceremony held to commemorate San Sebastian's devastating 1813 fire.
Offshore in the centre of the La Concha Bay is the island of Santa Clara and can be accessed from the pier located on the eastern side of the isle. It has one of the areas prettiest beaches in the area, but due to the tides it can only be used for part of the day. The island can be accessed by boat.
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