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The image shows the exterior façade of the Euskal Herria Museum, housed in a multi-storey historic building with a light-coloured façade and stone elements, located in a consolidated urban environment. Access to the site is from the public street via a paved, continuous pavement, with no visible obstacles along the immediate pedestrian route. The building is enclosed by a metal fence with an access gate, and the museum signage is clearly visible on the façade. The surroundings benefit from natural lighting, provide sufficient space for pedestrian approach, and present an orderly layout that facilitates orientation and access to the cultural facility from the public space.
The image also shows a display case featuring a traditional object linked to the game of Basque pelota, consisting of an elongated wooden and wicker cesta and a ball placed in front of it. The objects are protected behind glass, displayed on a wooden base, and illuminated evenly to ensure good visibility. The display case is positioned at an accessible height for viewing both standing and from a wheelchair, within a tidy and well-organised interior setting.

Euskal Herria Museum

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Description

The Euskal Herria Museum is housed in the Baroque palace of Alegría, which was rebuilt in 1733. The Bizkaia Provincial Council acquired the site in 1982, restoring it as the Euskal Herria Museum with the aim of creating an exhibition that would help convey the historical, political and cultural significance of the provincial environment in which it is located, as well as explain the characteristics of the spiritual community that makes up Euskal Herria.

The museum is structured over four floors. The ground floor is dedicated to understanding the physical environment that shapes the way of life in the region. The first floor focuses on historical developments and the events that resulted in the current political landscape. The second floor showcases defining aspects such as sport, folklore, festivals, music, dance, beliefs and myths. The top floor, the attic, is the space dedicated to temporary exhibitions. The message is simple: if you are interested in Euskal Herria, this is the perfect place to discover its history.

The Euskal Herria Museum is located in a rehabilitated historic building. As it is a heritage property, some architectural features may present limitations inherent to its historical origin. For this reason, visitors are advised, according to their specific accessibility needs, to contact the museum in advance to obtain information on access conditions, available routes, technical or human support, and services that may facilitate the visit.

Features and services

The commercial policy regarding people with functional diversity

Is there a special rate for people with functional diversity and/or their companions?
Yes
Special rate type
Reduced admission is available for companions of people with disabilities.

Accessibility policy

Is there an accessibility certificate?
No
Is there a dedicated printed accessibility plan?
No

Specialized support for people with functional diversity

Is this staff easy to identify?
No

Communicationo adaptation

Is an internet point with a Jaws voice system available?
Yes
Are magnetic loop systems available?
No
Is information available regarding facilities and services in accessible text?
No
Is information available regarding facilities and services in Braille?
No
Does any staff know sign language?
No
Is there an audio guide service?
No
Is the work adapted for blind people?
No
Is adapted information available (simple text)
No
Is there any means of communication specifically designed for people with functional diversity?
No
Easy to read work information
No
Observations
The museum offers guided tours for groups, adapting the interpretive content to different types of visitors.

Personal Assistance and lending of technical aids

There is a service for lending technical mobility aids
No
Required personal assistance services are available
Yes

Environment accessibility

Is the establishment in a location with significant urban barriers or where there are problems to get access to motor vehicles?
No

Public transport

Availability of public transport
Yes
Type of transport

  • Train: Euskotren Bilbao–Bermeo line, Gernika station, approximately 300 metres from the museum.
  • Bus: Regular bus services connecting Gernika-Lumo with Bilbao and other municipalities in Bizkaia, with stops in the town centre.
  • Pedestrian access: Signposted urban route to the museum; some sections may include slopes typical of the historic centre.

Parking

Parking available inside
No
Parking available outside
No
Public parking available nearby
No
Parking spaces reserved for PRM in the public space
No

Entrance to the establishment

Entrance(s) accessible for PRM
Yes

Indoor circulation

Main aisle width of at least 1.80 m
Yes
Secondary aisle width of at least 1.20 m
Yes
Floor surface with guiding strips and orientation systems
No

Emergency exit

Does the establishment have evacuation plans in Braille and/or high relief?
No
Does the emergency door have panic bars?
No

Information desk

Observations
There are cobbles on the floor in the reception area.

Locker

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

Vertical mobility

  • The establishment is equipped with platform lifts to provide access to certain areas
    Yes
    The minimum dimensions are 140 x 1,10 m
    No
    There is an adjoining space where turning is possible of 1.50 m
    Yes
Observations
Chair-lift for access to third floor.

WC

There is at least 1 service that can be considered as PRM accessible
Yes
Number of adapted services
1
Access door
width of ≥ 0.90 m
Outward opening sliding or swing door
Yes
You can make a 1.50 m circle inside
Yes
Washbasin without a base. 0.80M high
No
Adjustable height washbasin
No
Toilet height of 0.40 - 0.50 m
Yes
Distress call system
No
Call system in the entire WC
No
Free front space of 0.80 x 1.20 m for all toilets
Yes

Conference hall

Access to the venue without barriers
No

Location