All agriculture museums to visit in Castile and León

Explore the rich heritage of agriculture at 3 museums in Castile and León. Discover the history and evolution of farming practices, tools, and techniques that have shaped the agricultural landscape, from vintage farming equipment to modern agricultural innovations.

Are you passionate about farming and agricultural history? These are the must-visit agriculture museums in Castile and León:

  1. Alto Bierzo Museum1

    Alto Bierzo Museum

     Bembibre
    The Alto Bierzo Museum, located in Bembibre, Castilla y León, Spain, was established on June 26, 1987. The museum's mission is to showcase the historical heritage of Alto Bierzo, including traditional customs, domestic and agricultural tasks, and various trades and crafts. It houses a wide range of materials, including archaeological, historical, and ethnographic items, all related to Alto Bierzo and its sphere of influence. The museum is dedicated to promoting the knowledge, study, and dissemination of these materials.
  2. Livestock crush2

    Livestock crush

     Riaño
    A potro de herrar is a structure traditionally used in rural Spain to hold horses, donkeys, or even cows in place for shoeing or treatment. This structure is typically composed of four vertical posts made of stone or wood, supporting wooden beams that allow the animals to be properly tied. The various parts of the potro include a yoke with straps for the animal's neck, hooks for the straps or cords that pass under the animal's belly, and a lever that is passed in front of the hind legs under the belly of the animal and is fitted on both sides to the rear posts.
  3. Pagos del Rey Wine Museum3

    Pagos del Rey Wine Museum

     Morales de Toro
    The Pagos del Rey Wine Museum is a wine museum situated in Morales de Toro, Zamora. It is dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of the culture, history, and tradition of wine. The museum is an excellent place for wine enthusiasts and those interested in learning more about the rich history and tradition of wine production.