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Exterior view of Euskararen Etxea. It is a symmetrical three-storey building with a façade combining red brick and stone panels. At ground level, the main entrance features glass doors and the name “Euskararen Etxea” displayed above in large white letters. In front of the building there is an open square with flat paving, an access ramp that facilitates accessibility, and urban furniture such as benches. On both sides, flowering trees frame the space, and a person can be seen seated on one of the benches.
Long, straight corridor with white walls and uniform lighting. On the right-hand wall there is an exhibition installation with texts in Basque and coloured threads connecting different points, forming a visual map. On the left-hand wall, aligned interactive modules can be seen. The floor is smooth and free of obstacles, allowing an accessible and continuous route.
Large, open-plan space with light-coloured flooring and white walls. In the centre, a green cylindrical column stands out. On the left there is a long table with several chairs, and on the right, smaller tables arranged in groups. At the back, a large screen can be seen. The layout leaves wide aisles for circulation.
Dark room with linear lighting on the ceiling that creates an immersive visual effect. In the centre there is a reflective structure with red and grey geometric elements. Texts and visual information related to the Basque language are projected onto the walls. The space is designed for a mainly visual sensory experience.
Exhibition area with vertical panels and square elements in blue, red and white. The panels include texts and iconography about the history and evolution of the Basque language, including numbers and highlighted words. The space is open, with a frontal route and good overall visibility of the contents.
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  • Address: Argoitz Plaza 1, 48015 Bilbao (Biscay)

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Description

Euskararen Etxea is a cultural center located in Bilbao, whose main objective is to promote and preserve the Basque language, known as Euskera. Euskararen Etxea (which literally means the House of the Basque Language) is located in the San Ignacio neighbourhood.

The center offers a wide variety of activities related to Euskera and Basque culture. These include Euskera classes for all levels, Basque culture courses, workshops, conferences, and cultural events. Additionally, it has a specialized Euskera library and an exhibition hall where various works are displayed.

It is a meeting place for those who speak Euskera, want to learn it, or are simply interested in Basque culture. It is also a reference center for the promotion and fostering of the Basque language and has the support of various organizations and institutions.

Features and services

  • The commercial policy regarding people with functional diversity
  • Accessibility policy
  • Specialized support for people with functional diversity
  • Communicationo adaptation
  • Personal Assistance and lending of technical aids
  • Environment accessibility
  • Public transport
  • Parking
  • Entrance to the establishment
  • Indoor circulation
  • Information desk
  • Vertical mobility
  • WC
  • Observations

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
  • Gratuidad para PDF
  • Gratuidad para acompañante
Observations

Entrada gratuita.

Accessibility policy

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

Specialized support for people with functional diversity

Has staff received specific training in dealing with people with functional diversity?
No

Communicationo adaptation

Is an internet point with a Jaws voice system available?
No
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 there any means of communication specifically designed for people with functional diversity?
No

Personal Assistance and lending of technical aids

There is a service for lending technical mobility aids
No
Required personal assistance services are available
No
Are assistance dogs/guide dogs allowed?
Yes

Environment accessibility

Is the establishment in a location with significant urban barriers or where there are problems to get access to motor vehicles?
Yes
Can the establishment be accessed with a motorised vehicle?
Yes
Observations

Public transport

Availability of public transport
Yes
Type of transport
  • Autobús
    • Línea: Bilbobus: 10, 13, 18 y 71
    • Distancia: 110 m
  • Metro
    • Linea: 1 y 2
    • Estación: San Ignacio. 
    • Distancia: 210 m
Observations

METRO: Estación de San Ignacio, Salida Lekeitio. Para personas con movilidad reducida, acceso por ascensor accesible ubicado en la Plaza Levante (a 400 metros del centro).

Parking

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

    Are there any appropriately marked reserved spaces?
    2

Entrance to the establishment

Number of entrances
1
Entrance(s) accessible for PRM
Yes
  • Recommended main entrance

    Address
    Agoitz Plaza 1
    Access to the building from the public space (level)
    Zero level
    Type of door
    Pressure
    Passage width
    ≥ 0,90 m
    Observations
    • Para acceder a la entrada desde la vía publica es preciso hacerlo a través de rampas de desnivel <8%.
    • Todos los accesos al centro son accesibles
      y a pie de calle.

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
No

Information desk

Is part of this 0.70 - 0.85 m high?
Yes

Vertical mobility

Floors
  • El establecimiento tiene más de 1 planta.
  • Todas las plantas tienen ascensor
    con botones accesibles en altura y en braille.
  • Elevators

    Does it have at least one lift?
    Yes
    Is access available to all floors?
    Yes
    Keypad at 1 - 1.30 m
    Yes
    Buttons on panel with symbols in braille or relief
    Yes

WC

There is at least 1 service that can be considered as PRM accessible
Yes
Access door
width of 0.80 - 0.89 m
Outward opening sliding or swing door
No
You can make a 1.50 m circle inside
No
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
Support rails in the restroom
Yes
Two bars. At least one is folding
No
Distress call system
No
Call system in the entire WC
No
Free front space of 0.80 x 1.20 m for all toilets
No

Observations

Other aspects of interest

Horarios de visita:

  • De lunes a viernes: de 10.00 a 19.00 horas.
  • Sábados: de 10.00 a 14.00 y de 16.00 a 19.00.
    En verano, sábados solo abierto por la mañana.
  • Visitas guiadas: Contactar con el centro.

Los perros guía, perros de servicio y de aviso
son bienvenidos al centro.

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