Analysing urban mobility in ageing populations: the case of two Portuguese historic centres

Urban mobility challenges for the elderly in historic centres, such as Porto and Lisbon, reveal significant barriers to pedestrian movement and public transport accessibility. The study identifies key factors that hinder or motivate older residents' and tourists' use of walking and public transit, providing critical insights for designing more inclusive and sustainable cities. By conducting surveys in two UNESCO-listed Portuguese historic areas, researchers pinpointed restrictions tied to infrastructure, social dynamics, and urban planning, offering actionable data for policymakers aiming to balance heritage preservation with accessibility needs.

Salgueiro Narciso Ribeiro, A., Brandão Alves, F., César Bastos Silva, A. M., Santos Cruz, S., Cunha, I., & Pedro Martins, J. (2021). Analysing urban mobility in ageing populations: the case of two Portuguese historic centres. Transport in Human Scale Cities. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781800370517.00015