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Interpretation of the respondents’ behaviours and impressions_
| Issue | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Trail accessibility for persons with mobility impairments (120’) | Fatigue, problems with traversing steep slopes (impossible for wheel-chair users), entering the church (stairs, no wheelchair ramp), visiting several chapels, crossing the bridge (wheelchair users) |
| Comparison of trails for users with and without mobility impairments (70’ – longer trail, 40’ – shorter trail) | The trail was evaluated as relatively easy. The respondents reported fatigue, and some participants had to take short breaks during the hike, including in sites that were landmarked in the application. The trail for mobility disabled users was evaluated as relatively easy. The multimedia application offered a valuable experience for users who were unable to visit the museum due to the absence of disability-friendly facilities. |
| Accessibility and visibility of symbols | The accessibility and visibility of symbols and QR codes were evaluated as satisfactory (signs were placed at an appropriate height and in convenient locations, which enabled the respondents to find the relevant content on the map). |
| Readability of symbols | The readability of the applied symbols was satisfactory. The symbols were interpreted intuitively. |
| Comprehension of cartographic symbols | The applied cartographic symbols were easy to understand. Different interpretations were proposed in a limited number of cases. |
Guidelines for developing a geoportal and a mobile application for seniors and persons with physical disabilities_
| Design criterion | Recommendations |
|---|---|
| Graphic interface | 1.1. Toned down colours, with a predominance of grey, blue and green |
| Menu screen – organisation and list of content | 2.1. Simplified and fixed toolbars that cannot be moved, minimised or removed from the application window |
| Ergonomics | 3.1. One user interface without additional content, dynamic elements or advertisements |
| Map and presentation of spatial data | 4.1. Simplified map with large graphic symbols that are explained in the legend; fixed legend in the map window |
| Basic content | 5.1. Links to religious sites, museums, churches, chapels, cemeteries and parks |
| Additional content | 6.1. Additional content, such as detailed maps, satellite and aerial images, is not required |
| Availability | 7.1. The application is optimised for mobile devices |
| Travel route and test area requirements | 8.1. Visiting sequence |
| Symbols | 9.1. Popular symbols or non-ambiguous symbols representing features on a map |
Difficulty levels of tourist trails_
| Symbol | Definition | Surface | Accessibility | Obstacles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very easy | Hard-top trail | Flat hard-top surface | None | |
| Easy | Flat and wide trail | Mud with occasional rough segments | Slope of 2° or less, rocks and ruts | |
| Moderately easy | Flat trail with varied width | Mud with occasional rough segments | Slope of <8°, rocks, ruts, loose surface | |
| Moderately difficult | Uneven trail | Mud and rocks | Slope of 12°, rocks, ruts, loose surface | |
| Difficult | Rocky trail | Mud, loose stones, uneven surface | Slope of 12° or more, loose stones | |
| Very difficult | Rocky trail, possible gaps in the surface | Mud, loose stones, uneven surface | Slope of 12° or more, loose stones, possible gaps in the surface |