Monte Urgull
Quick Facts
- Location
- Spain, San Sebastian
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- About 1.5 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 08:00-19:30 · The hill runs on two City Council bands: 08:00-21:00 from 1 May to 30 September and 08:00-19:30 from 1 October to 30 April, the winter one shown here. In the fortress the Casa de la Historia opens 11:00-19:00 daily over Easter-week holidays, at weekends only 13 April to 30 June and 1 September to 18 October, then daily except Tuesday 1 July to 31 August, shut from early November to spring and also closed on the first two September regatta Sundays. Two smaller sites run only 1 July to 31 August: the Natur Txokoa in the Gobernador battery 11:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00, the Urgull library in the Damas battery 11:00-13:30 and 17:00-20:00, and that library stays shut all school year. Dogs are barred inside except guide dogs.
- Ticket Price
- Free (reference)
- Address
- Subida al Castillo (Gaztelura igoera), Monte Urgull, Donostia / San Sebastian
- Coordinates
- 43.3248, -1.9894
Introduction
Monte Urgull is the green hill cradling the eastern arm of La Concha, its summit citadel and a giant Sacred Heart statue overlooking the city and bay. Paths wind through military ruins and meadows — a favourite for locals' morning runs and visitors' panoramas, and one of San Sebastián's classic postcard views.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00-19:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00-19:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-19:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00-19:30 |
| Friday | 08:00-19:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00-19:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00-19:30 |
The hill runs on two City Council bands: 08:00-21:00 from 1 May to 30 September and 08:00-19:30 from 1 October to 30 April, the winter one shown here. In the fortress the Casa de la Historia opens 11:00-19:00 daily over Easter-week holidays, at weekends only 13 April to 30 June and 1 September to 18 October, then daily except Tuesday 1 July to 31 August, shut from early November to spring and also closed on the first two September regatta Sundays. Two smaller sites run only 1 July to 31 August: the Natur Txokoa in the Gobernador battery 11:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00, the Urgull library in the Damas battery 11:00-13:30 and 17:00-20:00, and that library stays shut all school year. Dogs are barred inside except guide dogs.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Monte Urgull?
Monday: 08:00-19:30; Tuesday: 08:00-19:30; Wednesday: 08:00-19:30; Thursday: 08:00-19:30; Friday: 08:00-19:30; Saturday: 08:00-19:30; Sunday: 08:00-19:30; The hill runs on two City Council bands: 08:00-21:00 from 1 May to 30 September and 08:00-19:30 from 1 October to 30 April, the winter one shown here. In the fortress the Casa de la Historia opens 11:00-19:00 daily over Easter-week holidays, at weekends only 13 April to 30 June and 1 September to 18 October, then daily except Tuesday 1 July to 31 August, shut from early November to spring and also closed on the first two September regatta Sundays. Two smaller sites run only 1 July to 31 August: the Natur Txokoa in the Gobernador battery 11:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00, the Urgull library in the Damas battery 11:00-13:30 and 17:00-20:00, and that library stays shut all school year. Dogs are barred inside except guide dogs.
How much is the admission for Monte Urgull?
Free (reference)
Any practical tips for visiting Monte Urgull?
Allow About 1.5 hours for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening Always open (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Monte Urgull?
A typical visit takes About 1.5 hours.
