The Tourist Information is located in Haus Kassel, which was built in 1791. The employees of the tourist information are available for help and advice. Here the guest can find brochures and bike/hiking maps as well as souvenirs, a reading corner and the sulfur drinking fountain.
For more information, please visit the website https://www.schaumburgerland-tourismus.de
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There are two parking spaces for people with disabilities.
- All guest-accessible areas and facilities are either step-free/at ground level or accessible via an elevator.
- All guest-accessible doors and passageways are at least 78 cm wide.
- There is a lowered counter.
- Information is primarily visible while seated.
- There are two public restrooms for people with disabilities, both of which are accessible from either side (at least 80 cm). There are fold-down grab bars to the left and right of the toilet.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- In the event of an audible alarm, there is no additional visual flashing or strobe signal.
- There is no audio induction loop system.
- An emergency call made from the elevator is confirmed only by an audible signal. Stairs are available as an alternative.
- Information is provided in writing.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Assistance dogs are welcome.
- The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
- The signage (for wayfinding) is designed with easy-to-read, high-contrast text.
- All elevated areas accessible to guests are lit with bright, glare-free lighting.
- Information is not available in raised lettering or Braille.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the tourist information is clearly recognisable from the outside.
- The counter is directly visible from the entrance door.
- Information for orientation is available in photo-realistic representation or in the form of pictograms.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF