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Sunset

Sunset at the Comb of the Wind

Start with a local pintxo, then walk up to watch the sun dip below the horizon behind the city’s most famous sculpture.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 19:50

    Iturrioz

    Grab a pintxo at Iturrioz. It opens at 08:00, so it is well open by late afternoon. Order the bocadillo or a cold pintxo to tide you over.

  2. 20:05

    The Comb of the Wind

    Walk 40 minutes west-northwest to The Comb of the Wind. The sculptures are arranged by Eduardo Chillida. Arrive early to find a good spot on the hillside.

  3. 20:50

    The Comb of the Wind

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WNW, aligning perfectly with the Comb of the Wind sculptures. The golden light from 20:12 will give the steel structures a warm glow before the sky turns blue.

  4. 21:20

    Rojo Y Negro

    End the evening with a drink or late pintxo at Rojo Y Negro. It is a little out of the old town, popular with locals, and perfect for digesting your earlier snack while watching the city lights come on.

Local tip

The walk to The Comb of the Wind is steep. Wear comfortable shoes. The area is open to the public, but check if any specific viewing platforms have evening closures.

Check before you go

  • Iturrioz is open until 23:00 on weekdays and until 23:30 on Fridays and Saturdays.
  • Rojo Y Negro has no listed hours, but as a tapas bar in a residential area, it is likely open late.

Worth knowing

  • Iturrioz is open at 19:50 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Sebastián (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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