Ondarreta Beach
Ondarreta hondartza
A city beach on the western side of Concha Bay at the foot of Mount Igueldo. It is quieter than Concha Beach and a favorite with local families.
Ondarreta Beach forms the western section of Concha Bay and is separated from Concha Beach by a rocky headland below Miramar Palace. It is about 600 meters long, backed by Mount Igueldo and an upscale residential area. The sand is fine and the waves are gentle, which makes it good for families and swimming. The beach has the iconic white-striped changing tents, and in summer there are a tennis club and small amusement rides. The gardens of Miramar Palace and the Comb of the Wind lie at the western end, while the seafront promenade connecting to Concha Bay runs from the eastern end. The width of the beach changes dramatically with the tide. Lifeguards are on duty in summer, and parasols can be rented. The Igueldo funicular is nearby if you want to go up the mountain.
Opening hours
Open all day (lifeguard season about Jun–Sep)
Nearby sights
- Miramar Palace
- Santa Clara Island
- Peine del Viento (Comb of the Wind)
- Monte Igueldo
- San Sebastián Aquarium
- Monte Urgull
- La Concha Beach
- Basilica of Santa María del Coro