Spanish Abstract Art Museum. Juan March Foundation — Attraction in Cuenca

Located in the Casas Colgadas, the wooden buildings hanging over the cliffs of the Huécar River, this museum offers stunning views. In 1961, Fernando Zóbel began searching for a suitable location for an abstract art museum, and in 1963, his friend and native of Cuenca, Gustavo Torner, suggested this site. The museum opened in 1966, initially showcasing Zóbel’s collection. The selection of works was focused on quality rather than quantity, with the exhibition layout designed to better express both European abstract art and Spain's unique artistic direction. After an expansion in 1978, the museum reopened that same year. Since Zóbel's donation in 1980, the museum has been managed by the Juan March Foundation, which has continued to expand the collection. Today, the museum houses over 1,500 pieces in...

My one-day stay in Cuenca included a visit to the Museum of Abstract Art, a place I had been eagerly anticipating. However, my excitement turned into disappointment when the woman at the front desk refused entry, despite my arrival 25 minutes before closing time. The museum’s small size made her denial puzzling.

What saddened me even more was the apparent lack of interest she showed. It seemed she cared little about visitors experiencing the collection and preferred to do as little as possible. This attitude detracted from what should have been an inspiring visit to a place of creativity...

FREE Museum. A bit out of the city to go out to Cuenca from Madrid, but made easy on the AVE. It's well worth the day trip!!! An incredible selection of beautiful modernist sculptures housed in a very special building called "Casas Colgadas" because it literally hangs off the cliff. Inspiring place. Beautiful abstract work. Incredible views. You'll find work by spanish greats like Zobel, Oteiza, and Chillida. Very friendly staff. Don't miss the gift shop, it's a great place to get posters of the work for a...