/ Pilot sites
Project findings from the pilot sites will be translated into actionable policies and recommendations.
Athens-Penteli (Greece)
– Assisting people with visually or mobility-related disabilities
The Municipality of Penteli is situated in the northeastern part of Athens’ Northern Sector, within the Region of Attica. Established under the Kallikratis Program, it was formed by merging the former municipalities/communities of Melissia, Penteli, and Nea Penteli. According to the 2021 census by Hellenic Statistical Authority, it has a population of 35,610 permanent residents.
Geneva (Switzerland)
– Inclusive mobility hubs in urban areas
Geneva is a vibrant city and canton in Switzerland, that is renowned for its dynamic economy. Comprising 45 municipalities and home to about 500,000 people, Geneva has experienced significant growth, with its population rising by nearly 50% from 340,000 in the mid-70s.
Madrid (Spain)
– Empowering people with borderline intelligence in auditing universal accessibility in buildings and public spaces.
Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is the most populous city of Spain, with nearly 3.4 million people, with a metropolitan area housing approximately 6.7 million people. Spanning 604.3 square kilometres, Madrid is situated in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula and experiences hot summers and cool winters.
Larnaka (Cyprus)
– Inclusive design and seaside accessibility
In the southern coast of Cyprus, Larnaka is a city renowned for its thriving tourism industry. With a population of 52,038, Larnaka accounts for 33% of the province’s total population and 57.6% of its urban residents. According to the 2011 census, 7% of Larnaka’s population is over 65 years old, while 5% are under the age of 4.
Hamburg (Germany)
– Inclusive mobility hubs on natural leisure areas
The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, with a population of 1.8 million, stands as Germany’s second-largest city. Nestled on the Elbe River, about 110 kilometres southwest of the Baltic Sea, Hamburg is home to Germany’s largest port and Europe’s third largest, after Rotterdam and Antwerp.
Budapest (Hungary)
– Inclusive Mobility
Budapest, the capital of Hungary, features a diverse transport and mobility infrastructure that plays a crucial role in the city’s daily operations. The city’s efficient transport system encompasses a network of trams, buses, and metro lines, facilitating convenient movement for the nearly 2.5 million residents in the functional urban area and over 3 million tourists per year.