Access Routes

Project Objective:

The project aims to expand and enhance the joint cross-border tourism product Mapeirons.eu, which connects accessible nature tourism destinations in Estonia and Latvia. The key goals include:

• Adding new trails, cultural heritage sites, and points of interest.
• Expanding catering and accommodation services in previously uncovered regions (Vidzeme, South Estonia).
• Developing 30 safe, reliable, and tested accessible routes (1–3 day trips), including cross-border routes.
• Ensuring a complete and inclusive travel experience, particularly for travellers with disabilities.

Key Activities:

• Integration of new accessible routes and destinations, improving tourism infrastructure.
• Installation of tactile solutions to improve accessibility at:
  • 12 sites in Latvia (Kurzeme and Vidzeme).
  • 9 sites in South Estonia.
• Implementation of a unified minimum access standard for all locations.
• Branding the routes with a “Disability Friendly” quality sign to ensure easy identification of inclusive destinations.

Expected Results:

• An expanded Mapeirons.eu platform with more inclusive destinations.
• 30 new fully accessible tourism routes, improving travel experiences for all.
• Increased accessibility in 21 tourism sites through creative and effective tactile solutions.
• A standardized cross-border approach to accessible tourism.
• Stronger branding and promotion of disability-friendly travel options in Estonia and Latvia.

Link to tourism product’s website:

• https://mapeirons.eu/en/ opens in a new tab
   

Link to a LP’s website:

• https://www.kurzemesregions.lv/en/projects/tourism/access-routes/ 

Facebook page: 

• Development of Accessible Tourism Routes project