DANOVA NEXT Project unveils interactive map to enhance accessible travel in Prague
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC – In a significant stride towards inclusive urban mobility, the project consortium of “DANOVA NEXT” is proud to announce the successful development of an interactive map of public transport stops in Prague, Czech Republic. This milestone marks a key achievement in the broader mission to create a smarter, more accessible transport network across the Danube Region.
Funded by the Interreg-Danube programme, the international project “DANOVA NEXT – Smart Transport Network for the Accessibility of Passengers with Disabilities and Reduced Mobility in the Danube Region through Innovative Services” aims to revolutionize travel for all. The core objective is to improve transport accessibility for persons with disabilities—including visual or hearing impairments and reduced mobility—by leveraging innovation and technology transfer.
Interactive map
The newly launched interactive map for Prague is a prime example of this innovation in action. It serves as a digital tool designed to provide fully accessible travel information, making it easier for passengers with specific needs to navigate the city’s public transport system confidently. This initiative is a crucial step in building a seamless, intelligent network that connects airports, seaports, and local urban transport systems throughout the region.
“The creation of this map is more than just a technical achievement; it’s a commitment to social inclusion,” said a project representative. “By ensuring digital travel information is accessible to everyone, we are breaking down barriers and empowering all citizens and visitors to travel with greater independence and ease.”
Collaboration
The strength of the DANOVA NEXT project lies in its diverse and collaborative consortium, which brings together 16 partners and 2 associated partners from across the Danube Region.
This unique partnership includes:
- Transport Hubs: 5 airports (Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Montenegro, Budapest, Chisinau), 2 seaports (Pula, Kotor), and 3 urban public transport operators (Maribor Municipality, Bratislava Public Transport, Czech Smart City Cluster).
- Technical Expertise: 3 advocacy and technical partners (Romanian National Association of the Deaf, Austrian Federation of the Blind and Visually Impaired, Croatian Association of Persons with Disabilities).
- Research & Innovation: 3 research partners (University of Maribor, Vienna University of Economics and Business, Bulgarian Association for Technology Transfer and Innovation – BATTI).
This multidisciplinary collaboration ensures that the project’s solutions are not only technologically advanced but also directly informed by the needs of the end-users.
Next steps
The interactive map for Prague is just the beginning. As the project progresses, the consortium will continue to develop and implement innovative services aimed at creating a more inclusive and connected future for transport in the Danube Region.
For more information about the DANOVA NEXT project and to view the new interactive map, please visit the official website
About Interreg Danube: The Interreg Danube Programme supports transnational cooperation projects across 14 countries in the Danube Region to address common challenges and find innovative solutions in areas such as innovation, environment, culture, and transport.
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