If there is a place where all senses are awaken, this is la Bretxa market. Like many farmers markets across the US, you will find all sorts of vegetables, fruits, basque cheeses and flowers.
It is located at the entrance of the Old Square (Parte Vieja), close to the one of the bridges that leads to the Kursaal.....
What a better way to explain it than leaving you this video....
Showing posts with label day trips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label day trips. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
St Jean de Luz - relax at the beach and enjoy basque artisan shopping Rue Gambetta
One of the best places to visit from San Sebastian on a day trip is of course St Jean de Luz (France). St Jean is also in the french side of the basque country so you do not feel crossing the border between France and Spain.
There are many things to do in St Jean. You can just grab a sandwich in a french cafe or take a look to the paintings in the square next to the fishermen port. The port is a nice place to start from before going shopping in the pedestrian Rue Gambetta street.
Rue Gambetta is well known for basque artisan clothing, towels and tablecloths. You could also buy basque style sandals at Pare Gabia famous shop and enjoy tasting french foie, cheeses and all type of chocolates.
There are a few patisseries where you can grab a cupcake or a delicious basque gateaux with a coffee or tea. Crepes and waffles are also sold along the way and you can take delicious ice creams in summer.
If you got a car try to visit the Urtubie Castle nearby and also the Fort Sokoa.
Monday, June 20, 2011
San Fermines- Pamplona
Uno de Enero, Dos de Febrero, Tres de Marzo, Cuatro de Abril, Cinco de Mayo, Seis de Junio, Siete de Julio San Fermin !!! A Pamplona hemos de ir con una bota con una bota!!
This is the classic song you will hear at San Fermin Bull runs (they are called Encierros).
It is difficult to describe this Fiesta, you have to live it !!.
Worldwide famous Fiesta in Pamplona is just 45 minutes driving from San Sebastian.
In spanish they say "A picture is worth a thousand words" but I say a video even more!!
Don't miss it if you are party souls, but do not bring your kids there and try to avoid the Big Fiesta day (7th of July) as it is very crowded....
This is the classic song you will hear at San Fermin Bull runs (they are called Encierros).
It is difficult to describe this Fiesta, you have to live it !!.
Worldwide famous Fiesta in Pamplona is just 45 minutes driving from San Sebastian.
In spanish they say "A picture is worth a thousand words" but I say a video even more!!
Don't miss it if you are party souls, but do not bring your kids there and try to avoid the Big Fiesta day (7th of July) as it is very crowded....
If you are coming back to sleep in San Sebastian be sure to have a designated driver......
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