Cathedral Buen Pastor de San Sebastián

About

The Cathedral of the Buen Pastor is one of San Sebastián’s most iconic landmarks, rising gracefully in the city centre with its striking neo‑Gothic silhouette. Completed in the late 19th century, it was designed to reflect both spiritual grandeur and urban elegance, becoming the largest religious building in the city. Its tall spire, visible from many surrounding streets, guides visitors toward a space filled with light, soaring arches, and refined stonework. Inside, the cathedral features beautiful stained‑glass windows that cast colourful patterns across the nave, enhancing the serene atmosphere. The organ, one of the most impressive in the Basque Country, adds to the cathedral’s cultural significance. As a place of worship, architectural beauty, and civic identity, the Cathedral of the Buen Pastor stands at the heart of San Sebastián’s spiritual heritage, offering a peaceful and inspiring stop for anyone exploring the city.

San Sebastián Spain

Location

Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (Buen Pastor) is located at Plaza del Buen Pastor s/n in the Ensanche de Amara district of Donostia-San Sebastián. This neo-Gothic landmark from 1897, the seat of the Diocese of San Sebastián since 1953, rises prominently with its 75-metre tower amid the city's modern grid. Nearby stand the Koldo Mitxelena Cultural Centre, the historic Post Office building with its ceramic frieze, River Urumea bridges to the Old Town (Parte Vieja) pintxo bars, and short walks to Victoria Eugenia Theater, San Telmo Museoa, and the Kursaal Congress Centre.