Montaña Suiza, San Sebastián

Name: Montaña Suiza
Address: San Sebastián, Spain

#2 among attractions in San Sebastián

Amusement ride, Amusement, Amusement park

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Montaña Suiza is a steel scenic railway roller coaster located at Monte Igueldo Amusement Park, on the coast at San Sebastián, Spain. It was designed and built by German engineer Erich Heidrich and opened at the site in 1928. It is the oldest steel roller coaster still operating in the world. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: ModernLength: 1312 ftHeight: 32 ftCoordinates: 43°19'15"N, 2°0'38"W

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Antiguo - Ondarreta (Parque de Atracciones)San Sebastián Spain

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Montaña Suiza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Urgull, The Comb of the Wind, Miramar Palace, Ondarreta.

1.1 miE
Peak with a fortress and popular views
Urgull, San Sebastián
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of San Sebastián, Spain, Mount Urgull is an iconic hill that offers both historical significance and breathtaking views. Rising proudly above the city's picturesque Old Town and the sparkling waters of the Bay of La Concha, this natural landmark...
~1370 ftE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, View point
The Comb of the Wind, San Sebastián
7 min walk • Nestled in the rugged coastline of San Sebastián, Spain, the Comb of the Wind (Peine del Viento in Spanish) is a striking sculpture series that has become an emblem of the city's unique cultural landscape. Created by the renowned Basque artist Eduardo Chillida, this...
0.7 miSE
Park, Forts and castles
Miramar Palace, San Sebastián
19 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque coastal city of San Sebastián, Spain, the Miramar Palace stands as an emblem of the region's rich cultural heritage. This regal residence, perched atop the city's bay, offers an evocative glimpse into the past, with its stunning architecture...
0.5 miSE
43°18'60"N • 2°0'6"W
Ondarreta, San Sebastián
14 min walk • Beach
1.2 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus, San Sebastián
31 min walk • The Basilica of Saint Mary of Coro is a baroque Roman Catholic parish church and minor basilica completed in 1774. It is located in the "Parte Vieja" of the city of San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain.
~190 ftNE
Theme park, Amusement park
Parque de Atracciones Igeldo, San Sebastián
1 min walk • Parque de Atracciones Monte Igueldo is an amusement park located at the top of Mount Igueldo, in the El Antiguo district of San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa, Basque Country, Spain. It was inaugurated on August 25, 1912 and is still in operation today.
1.1 miE
Busy beach with restaurants
La Concha Beach, San Sebastián
28 min walk • The Beach of La Concha is a crescent shaped urban seaboard of the city of San Sebastián located at the Bay of La Concha in the Basque Country, in northern Spain. Its name “Concha” is given upon its remarkably regular shape.
0.9 miE
43°19'22"N • 1°59'32"W
Aquarium, San Sebastián
24 min walk • Museum, Aquarium, Zoo
0.6 miE
Scenic destination with a tiny beach
Santa Clara Island, San Sebastián
15 min walk • Santa Clara Island is an island located in San Sebastian, Spain, in the middle of the bay of Donostia. It is located between the two most important mountains of the city, Urgull and Igueldo.
0.9 miS
43°18'26"N • 2°0'39"W
International UPV/EHU, San Sebastián
24 min walk • Universities and schools
1.1 miE
43°19'25"N • 1°59'17"W
Iglesia de San Vicente, San Sebastián
30 min walk • Church

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Montaña Suiza?

Nearby attractions include Parque de Atracciones Igeldo, San Sebastián (1 min walk), The Comb of the Wind, San Sebastián (7 min walk), Ondarreta, San Sebastián (14 min walk), Santa Clara Island, San Sebastián (15 min walk).

How to get to Montaña Suiza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Montaña Suiza:

Train

Igeldo (3 min walk)
Donostia (7 min walk)

Bus

Funikular Plaza • Lines: 16 (7 min walk)
Kristobal Balenziaga 1 • Lines: 16 (9 min walk)