ABOUT SAN SEBASTIÁN

ABOUT SAN SEBASTIÁN

The city of innovation and quality of life

San Sebastian is a medium-sized city located in northern Spain, in the Basque Country, just a few kilometres from the French border. Recognised four times as a City of Science and Innovation by Spain’s Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, San Sebastián stands out for its amazing range of cultural activities and quality of life. With more than 15,800 companies, it is the third most business-dense city in Spain and a hub for pioneering projects in globally strategic sectors such as biosciences, quantum technology, and artificial intelligence.

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Why start a business in San Sebastián?

For business
San Sebastián is one of the most business-friendly cities in Spain, providing access to vital services, specialized resources, and experienced guidance for businesses of all sizes. It’s ranked in top 4 most business-dense cities in Spain.

188.743

inhabitants

47,2

average age

+15.000

companies

10,2%

immigrant population

46.437€ PIB

GDP per capita

85.100

working population

88%

GDP oriented toward services

48%

GDP in knowledge-intensive sectors

27%

of the population with university education

For living

With a high quality of life index, San Sebastián stands out for:
  • Internationally renowned beaches
  • An enclave surrounded by mountains and an environment of endless beauty.
  • A gastronomic hub and restaurants with a total of 16 Michelin stars.
  • An international jazz and film festival.
  • Modern and sustainable
    urban services.
  • High levels of safety, life expectancy, and gender equality.
  • A rich cultural history.
  • National health system that is a benchmark in Europe.
  • Strategic location as a gateway to Europe, with an international airport.

To innovate

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Being a City of Science and Innovation, awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Innovation for the third year running.
Investment of €325 million per year in R&D and 6,300 people dedicated to R&D.
Its solid business infrastructure with 1 technology park, 7 business centers, and 3 business parks.
Recognised by Nature as the world’s leading city in collaborative science.
Hosting the headquarters of leading companies in biotechnology, quantum computing, electric mobility, AI, and other market segments.
High-quality STEM education with 4 universities, 17 vocational training centers. The 30% of higher education studies are in engineering.
30 institutions in the Basque Science and Technology Network.
Spanish city with the highest density of technology employment in R&D.
3.7% of GDP invested in R&D (above the EU average).
Basque vocational training model, a benchmark in Europe.
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