annhig Isn't it lovely?

FrenchCdn San Sebastian is European Capital of Culture in 2016, here's a link to the calendar of events:

http://dss2016.eu/en/index.php?optio...&filterEvents=

Click on the days you might be there to find if anything interests you.

Some great ideas above.

I agree -- the north has much too offer! For some ideas, you might check my trip report....

The Malaga summer fair goes on August 13-20, a great opportunity to get under the skin of things and experience the local culture and fiesta spirit in a fabulous city. And Malaga is 2h 30 mins from Madrid with the high speed AVE train, city center to city center: http://www.andalucia.com/festival/malaga-feria.htm http://www.malagaturismo.com/en/events/malaga-fair/34

The completely different Aste Nagusia/Semana Grande/Big week is celebrated in Donsotia/San Sebastian on exactly the same dates, August 13-20. 24/7 party and local culture up here also: http://www.euskoguide.com/basque-cul...semana-grande/

Ok yes, I will follow your advice and stick to the North for that time, as I am not used when it's too hot.

Thank you!!