An Application of the Walkability Index for Elderly Health—WIEH. The Case of the UNESCO Historic Centre of Porto, Portugal

A study applying the Walkability Index for Elderly Health (WIEH) to Porto's historic center reveals that only a few paths are strongly suited for older adults, with steep slopes significantly hindering pedestrian network quality. The research builds on prior work by validating WIEH, which assesses public spaces and walkability based on criteria relevant to elderly health. By analyzing the UNESCO-listed area, the study highlights the impact of urban design on accessibility and mobility for aging populations, emphasizing the need for interventions to improve walkability in historic contexts.

Alves, F., Cruz, S., Rother, S., & Strunk, T. (2021). An Application of the Walkability Index for Elderly Health—WIEH. The Case of the UNESCO Historic Centre of Porto, Portugal. Sustainability, 13(9), 4869. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13094869