Loretopea - Free Audio Guide
San Sebastián, Autonomous Community of the Basque Country, Spain
Loretopea, Antiguo, Mendebaldea, Donostia/San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Euskadi, 20008, España
Loretopea is a small headland situated between the neighbourhoods of Antigua and Mirakontxa in San Sebastián, Spain. It holds historical significance as it separates the renowned La Concha and Ondarreta beaches and features the Miramar Palace, a prominent cultural landmark. The area is named after a hermitage once dedicated to Our Lady of Loreto, which was lost in 1876. Loretopea has a rich historical connection to the San Sebastián monastery that hosted pilgrims along the Camino de Santiago during the Middle Ages. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque park surrounding Miramar Palace and view the artwork, including a sculpture by Eduardo Chillida. The site is easily accessible, making it an ideal stop for tourists exploring this scenic coastal city.