Parcours PAZAPA Marche-en-Famenne

The "Pazapa" route takes you to the heart of the town of Marche-en-Famenne, to discover its history and its clever mix of ancient and modern.

The application will guide you along the route, describing the route from one station to the next. There will be 17 stations along the way.

You can download the application onto your smartphone, or you can borrow a tablet for the duration of your journey. It's a highly intuitive application, allowing you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely through the descriptions.

Starting and finishing points: in front of the Maison du tourisme in Marche-en-Famenne.

Length of route: 1km 850m.

Approximate duration of the route: 1h30.

Strong points

PRM parking spaces in front of the Maison du Tourisme.
Easily identifiable starting and finishing points (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The app provides a comprehensive and accurate description of the 17 stations along the route.
Very clear map of the route on the app.
The application allows you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely through the descriptions (if you need more time).
The tour is mainly visual/tactile.

Points of attention

Please take care as you are likely to come across cars and bicycles.
Please refer to the tabs detailing each type of disability for more information.

Strong points

PRM parking spaces in front of the Maison du Tourisme.
Easily identifiable starting and finishing points (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The application describes the 17 stations on the route in a very complete and precise way.
The application automatically adapts to the visitor's progress, so there's no need to do much with the tablet/smartphone.
Very precise orientation instructions.
Very clear tour map on the app.
The app allows you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely through the descriptions (if you need more time).

Points of attention

You will need to keep your tablet/smartphone in your hand to access the voice descriptions (this is not a guided tour).
Some sections of the route are cobbled.
There is a kerb at some crossings.
Some sections of the route have a slight gradient.
Some sections of the route have a narrow passage.
There are no adapted toilets on the route.

Strong points

PRM parking spaces in front of the Maison du Tourisme.
Easily identifiable starting and finishing points (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The application describes the 17 stations on the route in a very complete and precise way.
The application automatically adapts to the visitor's progress, so there's no need to do much with the tablet/smartphone.
Very precise orientation instructions.
Very clear tour map on the app.
The app allows you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely through the descriptions (if you need more time).
Several seating options throughout the route (7 seating options spread out over the entire route).

Points of attention

You will need to keep your tablet/smartphone in your hand to access the voice descriptions (this is not a guided tour).
Some sections of the route are cobbled.
There is a kerb at some crossings.
Some sections of the route have a slight gradient.
Some sections of the route have a narrow passage.
There are no adapted toilets on the course.
Please note the length of the course (1km850 ) and the estimated duration of the course (1h30).

Strong points

The 17 stations along the route are fully and accurately audio-described.
You can touch many points of interest (statues, fountains, etc.).
The audio-guide automatically adapts to the visitor's progress.
Voice guidance with very precise orientation instructions.
Voice guidance to use guide lines and avoid obstacles.
Warning signs and guide lines along certain sections of the route.

Points of attention

Some of the points of interest are visual.
One of the points of interest (the cofferdam) cannot be touched (as it is about ten metres from the observation point), and presents little contrast.
No access to the route map (as it is visual on the application).
Non-detectable ground markers in front of each point of interest (showing the number of the point of interest and an arrow indicating the direction to follow).
Safe crossings with road studs in certain places and contrasting bollards, but no warning tiles at each crossing.
Please remain cautious as you are likely to come across cars or bicycles.

Strong points

The 17 stations along the route are fully and accurately audio-described.
You can touch many points of interest (statues, fountains, etc.).
Points of interest are generally well contrasted with their surroundings.
The audio-guide automatically adapts to the visitor's progress.
Voice guidance with very precise orientation instructions.
Voice guidance allowing you to use guide lines and avoid any obstacles.
A high-contrast map of the route on the application, which can be enlarged.
High-contrast markers on the ground in front of each point of interest (showing the number of the point of interest and an arrow indicating the direction to follow).
Safe crossings (road studs, contrasting bollards, contrasting kerbs).

Points of attention

The points of interest are mainly visual (to observe or touch).
One of the points of interest (the cofferdam) cannot be touched (as it is around ten metres from the observation point), and presents little contrast.
Please take care as you are likely to come across cars or bicycles.

Strong points

The application lets you choose a tour in "text mode" or "sign language with subtitles".
Easily identifiable starting point (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The content of the tour is mainly visual.
The application describes the 17 stations on the route in a very complete and precise way.
The application is very intuitive to use and requires no explanation.
Tablets can be reserved by email.
If you borrow a tablet, you can agree the time of return by text message (if you need more time, for example).
The application automatically adapts to the visitor's progress.
Very precise directions.
Very clear map of the route on the app.
Adequate street lighting in the city centre.
High-contrast markers on the ground in front of each point of interest (showing the number of the point of interest and an arrow indicating the direction to follow).
Secure observation area away from traffic in front of the cofferdam.

Points of attention

Please take care as you are likely to come across cars and bicycles.

Strong points

The application lets you choose a visit in "text mode" or "sign language with subtitles" mode.
You can adjust the volume and plug in headphones.
Easily identifiable starting point (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The content of the tour is mainly visual.
The application describes the 17 stations on the route in a very complete and accurate way.
The application is very intuitive to use and requires no explanation.
Tablets can be reserved by email.
If you borrow a tablet, you can agree the time of return by text message (if you need more time, for example).
The application automatically adapts to the visitor's progress.
The application allows you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely in the descriptions (if you need to listen again).
Very precise orientation instructions.
Very clear map of the tour on the app.
Adequate street lighting in the town centre.
High-contrast markers on the ground in front of each point of interest (showing the number of the point of interest and an arrow indicating the direction to follow).
Secure observation area away from traffic in front of the cofferdam.

Points of attention

Please take care as you are likely to come across cars and bicycles.

Strong points

The application describes the 17 stations on the route in "easy to read and understand - FALC" mode.
Easily identifiable starting point (in front of the Maison du Tourisme).
The content of the tour is mainly visual.
Numerous points of interest (statue, fountain, etc.) can be touched.
The application is very intuitive to use and requires no explanation.
The application automatically adapts to the visitor's progress.
The application allows you to pause, move forwards or backwards freely through the descriptions (so that you can complete the tour at your own pace).
Clear, precise directions.
Very clear map of the tour on the app (to help visitors find their way around).
High-contrast markers on the ground in front of each point of interest (with the number of the point of interest and an arrow pointing in the right direction, confirming that you are in the right place).
Secure observation area away from traffic in front of the cofferdam.

Points of attention

Please be careful, as you may come across cars or bicycles.
We advise you to come accompanied as the tour takes place in the town centre (so the area is not fenced off).
Guided tour requiring the use of a smartphone or tablet (although very intuitive, some visitors may not be used to it).