Museo Darder

Museo Darder is a natural history museum in Banyoles that displays a large collection of scientific specimens and objects. The exhibitions focus on the geological history of Lake Banyoles and the diverse life forms found in the region.

The museum was established in 1916, growing from a Barcelona veterinarian named Francesc Darder and his personal collection. Over more than a century, the institution evolved into an important center for preserving and studying natural objects from the region.

The collections reflect how the region values scientific study and the natural world around it. You can see this through the way exhibits are arranged to highlight the connection between the local landscape and human knowledge.

The visit works best in comfortable walking shoes, as you will move between different exhibition areas. It helps to check beforehand if guided tours are available, especially if you want deeper context about what is on display.

The collection started with one person's passion for natural objects and grew over decades into what you see today. This transformation from a private interest into a public educational space tells a meaningful story about how knowledge is shared in a community.