Ekoetxea Urdaibai Busturia
Barrio San Bartolomé
48350 Busturia País Vasco
Spain
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The building (Point)
A distinctive building in a strategic location offering views of the whole of the Urdaibai estuary area, as well as the other relevant ecosystems in the reserve. It was built in the 15th century, very probably as a fortified house for a banderiza, or faction, with the defensive features typical of the time. Today it is home to the activities of the Ekoetxea Urdaibai, which is run by the public environmental management company Ihobe. This centre is intended for interpretation and education in sustainability, and its aims are to publicise and highlight the natural and cultural heritage of the reserve, as well as the importance of its conservation.
The building (Point)
A distinctive building in a strategic location offering views of the whole of the Urdaibai estuary area, as well as the other relevant ecosystems in the reserve. It was built in the 15th century, very probably as a fortified house for a banderiza, or faction, with the defensive features typical of the time. Today it is home to the activities of the Ekoetxea Urdaibai, which is run by the public environmental management company Ihobe. This centre is intended for interpretation and education in sustainability, and its aims are to publicise and highlight the natural and cultural heritage of the reserve, as well as the importance of its conservation.
Clock tower (Point)
The Clock Tower dates from 1851 and is neoclassical in style. It is a tower shaped like an elongated pyramid with a silhouette similar to that of a lighthouse, which probably means its designer was inspired by lighthouse architecture. It is believed to have been designed by Antonio Goycoechea. Its walls are built of fine masonry; the stairs in the tower are designed in a similar way to those in the church in Murueta, which dates from the same time. It was given to the town of Busturia by Juan José de Amunátegui in 1852. The clock is still working in the same place and facing the same way as it always has.
The oka estuary (Point)
In this module you'll find out about the geological, biological and ecosystemic features of the river Oka, formed over the centuries to shape the estuary as we see it today.
Map of biosphere res... ... (Point)
The World Network of Biosphere Reserves, part of the UNESCO Man and Biosphere (MaB) programme, consists of 622 reserves, of which 48 are in Spain and one in the Basque Country, namely the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. In this interactive section you can see where the Biosphere Reserves are located on all five continents, and access descriptions of some of them.
Flagship projects (Point)
Some short videos offer up-to-date information about the strategic projects being carried out in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, like for example the project to re-establish the osprey, sand dune regeneration and connectivity in the upper reaches of the estuary, among others.
The geological histo... ... (Point)
This is a simulation of the karstic processes that are typical of the Urdaibai landscape, Here you can find interactive displays that sum up the geological history of Urdaibai and tell you about some points of geological interest. Did you know that millions of years ago the Urdaibai area lay beneath a warm sea with coral reefs? Or that there were underwater volcanoes? That beneath our feet lies is a maze of caves and chasms?
Urdaibai in colours (Point)
The geological history of Urdaibai can be summed up in four colours belonging to different kinds of rock from different times. Rocks that human beings used to build their constructions (roads, houses, mills and so on) and that you can touch and analyse in this exhibition.
The sound of habitat... ... (Point)
In these interpretation modules you can find out about the main species living in some of the most important habitats in the Urdabai Biosphere Reserve through the sounds they make.
Cultural heritage (Point)
This wing looking towards the Tower and the Viewpoint displays some aspects of the Reserve's cultural heritage, as well as highlighting some of the milestones in its history.
Cultural heritage (Point)
This wing looking towards the Tower and the Viewpoint displays some aspects of the Reserve's cultural heritage, as well as highlighting some of the milestones in its history.
Ecosphere (Point)
For a living system to function properly, a complete balance is required between the elements of which it is made up. This is what an ecosphere does, with the added difficulty that, unlike natural ecosystems, it does it in a completely closed system. This miniature world conceived by NASA and populated with shrimps, algae and bacteria is totally self-sufficient, with each organism producing what the others need. But how might one small change affect the system as a whole? And in nature, could the disappearance of some species affect the rest of them? And what about human beings?
Ecosphere (Point)
For a living system to function properly, a complete balance is required between the elements of which it is made up. This is what an ecosphere does, with the added difficulty that, unlike natural ecosystems, it does it in a completely closed system. This miniature world conceived by NASA and populated with shrimps, algae and bacteria is totally self-sufficient, with each organism producing what the others need. But how might one small change affect the system as a whole? And in nature, could the disappearance of some species affect the rest of them? And what about human beings?
Projection (Point)
How have human beings interacted with nature throughout history? What consequences has this relationship had for the planet and our environment? How should we confront the challenges for the future? A spectacular video mapping projection offers answers to some of these questions and invites you to think hard about the need to develop a more sustainable way of life. Can we make high quality of life compatible with conservation of our natural heritage? Perhaps the answer may lie in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve itself...
Cultural landscape w... ... (Point)
A result of human beings' relationship with their natural environment over thousands of years is the creation of a kind of cultural landscape, as this landscape also influences the identity and customs of the people who live in it. Through these windows you can look at an example of a cultural landscape, that of Urdaibai. You can see the marshes, the Cantabrian holm oak woods, the Atlantic countryside and also chapels, mills and farmhouses set in this landscape.
Projection (Point)
How have human beings interacted with nature throughout history? What consequences has this relationship had for the planet and our environment? How should we confront the challenges for the future? A spectacular video mapping projection offers answers to some of these questions and invites you to think hard about the need to develop a more sustainable way of life. Can we make high quality of life compatible with conservation of our natural heritage? Perhaps the answer may lie in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve itself...
Cultural landscape w... ... (Point)
A result of human beings' relationship with their natural environment over thousands of years is the creation of a kind of cultural landscape, as this landscape also influences the identity and customs of the people who live in it. Through these windows you can look at an example of a cultural landscape, that of Urdaibai. You can see the marshes, the Cantabrian holm oak woods, the Atlantic countryside and also chapels, mills and farmhouses set in this landscape.
Izaro island (Point)
From the Madariaga tower viewpoint you can see the island of Izaro, the northern boundary of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. For hundreds of years a community of Franciscan monks lived here. It is said that in 1596 they were attacked by pirates, who destroyed part of the building. This island was also known as the subject of land disputes between the towns of Bermeo and Mundaka. Legend has it that Bermeo and Mundaka competed in a boat race to see which would get Izaro. To commemorate this race, there is a celebration on 22nd July every year, Saint Mary Magdalene's Day, in Elantxobe, the town that acted as a judge in the legendary race. Today the island is an important breeding site for colonies of sea birds like the yellow-legged gull and the little egret.
Marshes (Point)
The Ekoetxea Urdaibai viewpoint offers panoramic views of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. From it you can see the main ecosystems of Urdaibai. Some of them are part of the Natura 2000 Network, made up of areas with exceptional habitats and species, such as for example the coastline and the marshes. The Urdaibai estuary in particular is also listed as a special protection area for birds (SPA) because of its importance as a place for migrating birds to rest and feed on their long journeys.
Izaro island (Point)
From the Madariaga tower viewpoint you can see the island of Izaro, the northern boundary of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. For hundreds of years a community of Franciscan monks lived here. It is said that in 1596 they were attacked by pirates, who destroyed part of the building. This island was also known as the subject of land disputes between the towns of Bermeo and Mundaka. Legend has it that Bermeo and Mundaka competed in a boat race to see which would get Izaro. To commemorate this race, there is a celebration on 22nd July every year, Saint Mary Magdalene's Day, in Elantxobe, the town that acted as a judge in the legendary race. Today the island is an important breeding site for colonies of sea birds like the yellow-legged gull and the little egret.
Marshes (Point)
The Ekoetxea Urdaibai viewpoint offers panoramic views of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. From it you can see the main ecosystems of Urdaibai. Some of them are part of the Natura 2000 Network, made up of areas with exceptional habitats and species, such as for example the coastline and the marshes. The Urdaibai estuary in particular is also listed as a special protection area for birds (SPA) because of its importance as a place for migrating birds to rest and feed on their long journeys.
Butterflies (Point)
One of the attractions of the biodiversity box is the collection of butterflies. These lepidoptera, whose eye-catching colours cause so much interest, are an excellent example of the biological diversity to be found in the different ecosystems on our planet. Did you know that some butterflies, like the monarch, can fly around 5,000 kilometres in their lifetime?
Butterflies (Point)
One of the attractions of the biodiversity box is the collection of butterflies. These lepidoptera, whose eye-catching colours cause so much interest, are an excellent example of the biological diversity to be found in the different ecosystems on our planet. Did you know that some butterflies, like the monarch, can fly around 5,000 kilometres in their lifetime?
Terrarium with leopa... ... (Point)
The species on display in this biodiversity box, a small treasure trove of shapes and colours, include some live specimens of stick insects - and leopard geckos. These reptiles, which grow up to about 20 centimetres long, live mainly in the semi-desert regions of the middle east, from Iran to Pakistan, and feed almost exclusively on insects.
Butterflies (Point)
One of the attractions of the biodiversity box is the collection of butterflies. These lepidoptera, whose eye-catching colours cause so much interest, are an excellent example of the biological diversity to be found in the different ecosystems on our planet. Did you know that some butterflies, like the monarch, can fly around 5,000 kilometres in their lifetime?
Butterflies (Point)
One of the attractions of the biodiversity box is the collection of butterflies. These lepidoptera, whose eye-catching colours cause so much interest, are an excellent example of the biological diversity to be found in the different ecosystems on our planet. Did you know that some butterflies, like the monarch, can fly around 5,000 kilometres in their lifetime?
Terrarium with leopa... ... (Point)
The species on display in this biodiversity box, a small treasure trove of shapes and colours, include some live specimens of stick insects - and leopard geckos. These reptiles, which grow up to about 20 centimetres long, live mainly in the semi-desert regions of the middle east, from Iran to Pakistan, and feed almost exclusively on insects.
Photo of a whale (Point)
In the course of natural evolution, different forms of life have developed, as well as different kinds of relationships between species. These relationships include mutual assistance, predation and parasitism. In this picture you can see a whale feeding on the plankton generated in the places where there are nutrients. Likewise, some sea birds take advantage of the presence of fish in these areas to feed.
Photo of a whale (Point)
In the course of natural evolution, different forms of life have developed, as well as different kinds of relationships between species. These relationships include mutual assistance, predation and parasitism. In this picture you can see a whale feeding on the plankton generated in the places where there are nutrients. Likewise, some sea birds take advantage of the presence of fish in these areas to feed.