Navigation for wheelchair users and an integrated micromobility information system
About this good practice
A barrier-free map and route planner which provides innovative urban (public) services, supporting city planning
Resources needed
Reinventing this is expensive but working with Route4U is possible: they offer contracts with fees typically below public procurement thresholds and promise quick implementation (results in a few months: an accessibility survey and a map display) without a need for municipal staff resources.
Evidence of success
This is the world's first navigation for wheelchair users and integrated micromobility information system – it has reached a user base of 3,000 people with disabilities very quickly in the trial city. Surveys have already been done in Budapest (in several districts) and Székesfehérvár in Hungary, Dublin and Swords in Ireland, Angers in France and Portsmouth in the United Kingdom.
Potential for learning or transfer
The development of accessibility strengthens the responsible, inclusive image of a city government, so this app can be an extremely positive message for the local population.
It is also a great catalyst for local economic growth. For example, barrier-free tourism is growing at around 30% a year: guests with reduced mobility are looking for destinations where information on the condition of the infrastructure is available – using the app, they can easily find this out and plan in advance.
The app is universal – it can be used by any partner, if interested.