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Ribera Market

Description

The Ribera Market, located on the banks of the Bilbao Estuary in the Old Town, is the largest covered market in Europe and a gastronomic landmark of the city. Built in 1929 on the site of an old open-air market, it stands out for its impressive Art Deco architecture, with large windows that flood the space with natural light.

Covering more than 10,000 m², it houses a great variety of stalls offering fresh products, from fish and seafood to high-quality meat, fruits, and vegetables. Additionally, it features a gastronomic area where visitors can enjoy pintxos and traditional dishes.

Features and services

The commercial policy regarding people with functional diversity

Observations

Access to the market is open to the public and free of charge.

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?
Yes
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?
Yes
Observations

The service staff is located at each stand of the market.
At the entrance, an accessible map of the market with raised relief and Braille is provided.

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

Public transport

Availability of public transport
Yes
Type of transport

Bus lines 11, 22, 40, 56, 58, 75, 77, 85, and A2

  • 150 meters away.

Euskotren tram

  • Station: Ribera.
  • 150 meters away.

Underground line 1

  • Station: Casco Viejo
  • 600 meters away. 

Parking

Parking available inside
No
Parking available outside
No
Public parking available nearby
Yes
Parking spaces reserved for PRM in the public space
Yes
  • Are there any appropriately marked reserved spaces?
    1
    Observations

    70 meters away at Erribera Kalea, 22, Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao

  • Parking name
    Parking PARKIA - Arenal. Bilbao
    Location / Address
    Areatzako Pasealekua, 1, Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao
    Distance
    750 m
    Are there any appropriately marked reserved spaces?
    Yes
    Number of spaces
    10
    Difficulty of access and mobility inside
    No
    Observations
    It does not have major difficulties in mobility. For more information, call the contact number: 944 16 91 69

Entrance to the establishment

Number of entrances
3
Entrance(s) accessible for PRM
Yes
  • Is it appropriately signposted?
    Yes
    Address
    Erribera Kalea, s/n, Ibaiondo, 48005 Bilbao, Bizkaia
    Access to the building from the public space (level)
    Zero level
    Pavement type
    Asphalt and tile
    Type of door
    Automatic
    Passage width
    ≥ 0,90 m
    Observations

    The main entrance, on Ribera Street, has a wide, step-free, and level access, allowing comfortable entry for people with reduced mobility.

    There are several secondary entrances from different adjacent streets on the sides of the building. Some have stairs and ramps.

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
Observations
The market has elevators and ramps inside to ensure mobility between its different floors.

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
Observations

The market stalls have different counter sizes and configurations, depending on the type of products they offer. Although their structures vary, most have display areas located below one meter in height, making products easily visible for everyone.

In some cases, products are displayed behind a glass showcase, while in others, such as fruit and vegetable stalls, they are directly exposed.

If needed, the staff can step out in front of the stall to provide more accessible service.

Vertical mobility

  • Does it have at least one lift?
    Yes
    Is access available to all floors?
    Yes
    Automatic opening
    Yes
    Exit and entry at ground level with no height differences
    Yes
    Depth > 1.40 m
    Yes
    Area outside the cabin with the possibility of turning 1.50 m
    Yes
    Keypad at 1 - 1.30 m
    Yes
    Buttons on panel with symbols in braille or relief
    Yes
    Acoustic floor signage
    Yes
    Accessible alarm systems
    Yes
    Automatic control and closing systems
    Yes
    Are there any other elevators?
    Yes
    Can they be considered accessible?
    Yes
  • The establishment is equipped with platform lifts to provide access to certain areas
    Yes
    The minimum dimensions are 140 x 1,10 m
    Yes
    There is an adjoining space where turning is possible of 1.50 m
    Yes

WC

There is at least 1 service that can be considered as PRM accessible
Yes
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
Support rails in the restroom
Yes
Two bars. At least one is folding
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
Observations

On each floor, there is an adapted restroom for both women and men.

Location