World Heritage Information Center Walkenried
The Walkenried World Heritage Information Center invites visitors to discover the fascinating history of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Harz Mountains. Located in the immediate vicinity of the impressive Cistercian monastery in Walkenried, the modern exhibition offers fascinating insights into the monks’ work, their highly developed water management system, and the monastery’s significance for the region. Interactive elements, vivid models, and multimedia presentations bring history to life and make it easy to understand.
For more information, please visit the website https://walkenried-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 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 rooms and facilities accessible to guests are either at ground level or accessible via an elevator.
- All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
- Exhibits and information are primarily visible while seated.
- A public restroom for people with disabilities is available, which is accessible from both sides (at least 80 cm). The grab bars in the restroom are fold-up.
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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 signal.
- There is no audio induction loop system available.
- In the elevator, an outgoing emergency call is visually confirmed.
- Information about the exhibits is provided in writing or through photorealistic displays.
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All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with visual impairments and blind people".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Service dogs are welcome.
- The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
- Signage (for wayfinding) is designed with clearly legible, high-contrast lettering.
- All elevated areas accessible to guests are illuminated with bright, glare-free lighting.
- The stop is announced by voice in the elevator.
- Steps do not have high-contrast edges.
- Stairs have handrails on both sides.
- Information is available in raised lettering or Braille.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the World Heritage Center is clearly visible from the outside.
- The destinations of the trails are within sight, or trail markers are placed at regular intervals.
- There is no information provided in simplified language.
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