New Sports Routes for Active Recreation in Kyiv
New sports routes are set to be implemented in the capital. This was announced by Olena Hovorova, Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration, during the meeting of the Accessibility Committee.
«For Ukrainians, sports is not just about health; it's also a way to restore physical and mental strength. Therefore, we are actively developing sports routes in Kyiv to ensure they are accessible to everyone. Together with the running community, we have already designed 16 routes that will be convenient and safe. Each route will have information boards detailing the route (length, difficulty level, time to complete, etc.) and necessary signposts. Additionally, the routes will feature audio guides in Ukrainian and English, allowing users to learn about interesting places they pass by. To listen to the audio guide, one simply needs to scan the QR code on the information board at the start of the route,» said Olena Hovorova.
There are also plans to install fitness stations along the routes, enabling people to engage in sports while walking or jogging.
Navigation on the routes will be funded by partners. The Kyiv Sports Complex will ensure that all signposts are in an accessible format.
Lesya Petrivska, Head of the Accessibility Committee for people with disabilities, emphasized the need to adhere to barrier-free principles during the creation of these sports routes.
«I thank the city for considering the needs of all residents, particularly those with disabilities. The mnemonic schemes planned at the start of the routes will assist visually impaired individuals. It is also essential to translate audio guides into sign language for the convenience of hearing-impaired individuals,» added Lesya Petrivska.
In 2024, three routes are planned to be launched in the Holosiivskyi and Podilskyi districts.
Information about the sports routes will be available at the Tourism and Cultural Hub.
