Ecomuseo de la fauna pirenaica

The Eco Museo de la Fauna Pirenaica in Aínsa is a small but fascinating centre dedicated to the wildlife and natural heritage of the Spanish Pyrenees. Located inside the 11th‑century castle at the top of the hill in the medieval town, it is both a visitor centre and an educational museum focused on Pyrenean biodiversity, especially birds of prey such as the bearded vulture

Access is straightforward: there are accessible parking spaces right in front of the main arch, and a wide, flat promenade leads you gently towards the old town centre. After crossing the little bridge, turn right along the prominent, quite wide corner to reach the Eco‑Museum. The entrance is flat and spacious, and although the building is not very large (around 250 m²), visitors using wheelchairs can comfortably reach all areas thanks to a lift that connects its three floors. Inside, the museum offers about a dozen exhibition areas that explain the different habitats of the Pyrenees, from forests and meadows to cliffs and high‑mountain ecosystems, as well as a small zoo‑style area with non‑releasable raptors and other local species used for conservation education. The guided tour usually includes an introductory film and a detailed explanation of the area’s natural values, with special attention to the conservation of the bearded vulture and other threatened species.

Tickets for people using wheelchairs are discounted to €4, and companions also pay €4 for the guided tour, which is run by staff from the Fundación para la Conservación del Quebrantahuesos. While the museum is fully accessible, there are currently no accessible toilets on site or immediately nearby, so it is worth planning accordingly.

http://www.quebrantahuesos.org/