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Large interior space with a shiny floor and a glazed roof. On the right, large traditional figures representing popular characters dressed in traditional clothing are displayed. On the left, there is an exhibition route with information panels and historical objects. The space is open-plan and facilitates visitor movement.
Bright exhibition room with large windows allowing natural light to enter. In the foreground, two people observe several model boats displayed on dark-coloured plinths and display cases. Objects related to navigation are shown on the walls and in the cases. The floor is smooth and allows comfortable circulation through the space.
Group of adults and children gathered in a museum room during a guided tour. An adult explains the contents while pointing to information panels with photographs and historical texts on the wall. The space is spacious, with dark flooring and good lighting, suitable for group educational activities.

Santurtzi Sea Museum

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Description

It is located in the heart of the fishing port of Santurtzi in the fishermen’s guild building.

The Museum of the Sea, Santurtzi Itsas Museoa aims to bring residents and visitors closer to Santurtzi’s relationship with the sea, in its professional, cultural, recreational and social aspects, without forgetting that much of the maritime heritage lies in people.

Throughout the tour, various audiovisual media showcase our connection with the maritime world from 1600 to the present day.

Visitors can learn about the important work carried out by the bar pilots (lemanes) to overcome the dreaded “sandbar” that made it difficult for ships to enter and leave the Bilbao estuary, as well as how this serious navigation problem was solved.

The museum can be visited via an audio-guided tour, which is offered in several languages: Basque, Spanish, English, and French. It also offers guided tours adapted for people with physical, hearing, visual, intellectual, and organic disabilities.

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?
No

Accessibility policy

Is there an accessibility certificate?
Yes
What certificate?
Basque Government

Specialized support for people with functional diversity

Has staff received specific training in dealing with people with functional diversity?
Yes
Is this staff easy to identify?
No

Communicationo adaptation

Is an internet point with a Jaws voice system available?
No
Are magnetic loop systems available?
Yes
Is information available regarding facilities and services in accessible text?
No
Is information available regarding facilities and services in Braille?
Yes
Does any staff know sign language?
Yes
Is there an audio guide service?
Yes
Is the work adapted for blind people?
Yes
Is adapted information available (simple text)
Yes
Is there any means of communication specifically designed for people with functional diversity?
Yes
Easy to read work information
Yes

Personal Assistance and lending of technical aids

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

Parking

Parking available inside
No
Parking available outside
No

Entrance to the establishment

Indoor circulation

Main aisle width of at least 1.80 m
Yes
Secondary aisle width of at least 1.20 m
Yes
Inside doors of at least 90 cm
Yes
Floor surface with guiding strips and orientation systems
Yes

Emergency exit

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

Information desk

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

Locker

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

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
Yes
Adjustable height washbasin
No
Single lever or push button tap
Yes
Toilet height of 0.40 - 0.50 m
Yes
Distress call system
Yes
Free front space of 0.80 x 1.20 m for all toilets
Yes

Location