Liège Youth Hostel

Access road from the street

• All passageways are wide enough.

• The floor is hard, even and free of obstacles.

Entrance

• The building and entrance are easily identifiable.

• The entrance is via a 130 cm wide, 7 m long access ramp. It has a slope of 4.1%. Turning areas are available at the bottom and top. These are secured by a wall on each side and have a handrail.

• There is a bell at the entrance to call for assistance. It is easy to use.

• The doorways are at least 85 cm wide.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• There is an easy-to-use mobile payment system.

• There is sufficient space in front of the counter. The counter is at a suitable height.

Horizontal movement

• The floor is hard, even and free of obstacles.

• All passageways are wide enough.

• The lighting is sufficient and continuous.

• Signage makes it easy to find your way around.

Vertical movement

• A lift that is large enough and can be used independently serves all floors accessible to the public.

• The door width is at least 85 cm.

Adapted toilet

• An adapted toilet is available, clearly signposted and easy to use.

• There is an accessible washbasin in the adapted toilet.

• The door width is at least 85 cm. It can be accessed independently.

Dining room

• Some tables allow wheelchair users to sit comfortably.

• Meals are served buffet style, but staff are available to assist.

Bedroom

• The adapted bedrooms (613 : 5 beds and 713 : 10 beds) have an adapted bathroom and toilet.

• A light switch and a socket are accessible from the bed.

Shower room

• The adapted, walk-in shower is equipped with a mobile shower seat with armrests.

• The washbasin is accessible and easy to use.

• There is an adapted toilet that is easy to use.

Car park

• There is no parking.

Adapted toilet

• There are adapted toilets on each floor. Those on the ground floor are the least accessible. The adapted toilets are located on the 1st and 2nd floors and are accessible by lift. The grab bars are too short and placed too low.

Shower room

• The grab bars are at different heights.

• There is no folding grab bar in the shower.

Kitchen

• The kitchen is not suitable for wheelchair users (no clearance under the worktops).

Car park

• There is at least one parking space within 50 metres of the entrance.

Access road from the street

• All passageways are wide enough.

• The floor is even and free of obstacles.

Entrance

• The building and entrance are easily identifiable.

• There is a doorbell at the entrance to request assistance.

• The doorways are at least 85 cm wide.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• Seating is available near the reception desk.

Horizontal movement

• There are no steps to negotiate.

• Circulation is easy throughout.

• The floor is even and free of obstacles.

• All passageways are wide enough.

• There are seats along the route.

Vertical movement

• The stairs are equipped with handrails on both sides. They are safe.

• A lift serves all floors accessible to the public.

Adapted toilet

• There is a toilet with grab bars, which is easy to find and use.

• There is a washbasin in the accessible toilet.

Dining room

• Staff are available to help people get seated, choose their meal and pay.

• There is sufficient space to move around.

Bedroom

• The accessible bedrooms (613 : 5 beds and 713 : 10 beds) have an accessible bathroom and an accessible toilet.

• The bed height is at least 48 cm.

Shower room

• The adapted shower is at floor level and equipped with a mobile shower seat with armrests.

• There is a toilet with grab bars that is easy to use.

Kitchen

• For the accessible kitchen, you can request a mobile seat.

Entrance

• The entrance is via a 130 cm wide, 7 m long access ramp. It has a gradient of 4.1%. It is secured by a wall on each side and has a single handrail. It is also possible to enter via two steps of less than 18 cm. These two steps are secured by a handrail on each side.

Adapted toilet

• There are adapted toilets on each floor. Those on the ground floor are the least accessible. The adapted toilets are located on the first and second floors and are accessible by lift. The grab bars are too short and placed too low.

Shower room

• There is no folding grab bar in the shower. The grab bars are at different heights.

Access road from the street

• Guide lines and tactile paving facilitate movement.

• Dangerous objects on the route are secured.

• Pedestrian crossings are secured by tactile paving.

Guide dogs

• Assistance dogs are accepted at no extra charge.

Entrance

• The entrance is easily identifiable and is located in the logical continuation of the route.

• The doors are easy to open independently.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• The reception area is calm and not glass-enclosed.

• Staff are available to provide information and guidance.

Horizontal movement

• Dangerous objects on the route are secured.

• The layout is simple and intuitive.

Vertical movement

• A lift serves all floors accessible to the public.

• The staircase to the new wing has handrails on both sides.

• The stairs are secured by warning tiles.

Dining room

• Catering is buffet style, but staff are available to help.

Bedroom

• Staff are available to guide guests to their rooms and show them the facilities.

Kitchen

• The accessible kitchen has a smoke detector and an electric hob (with raised buttons). There are no obstacles at height and there is continuous, adequate lighting.

Reception

• Reception is difficult to pinpoint.

Access road from the street

• Guide lines and tactile paving are provided to facilitate movement.

• Dangerous objects on the route are secured.

• Pedestrian crossings are secured by tactile paving.

Entrance

• The entrance is easily identifiable and is located in the logical continuation of the route.

• There is a bell at the entrance to call for assistance.

• Staff can see people arriving and can provide assistance.

Reception

• The reception area is in a quiet environment.

• A designated member of staff is available to welcome and assist people with specific needs.

Horizontal movement

• Circulation is unobstructed.

• Dangerous objects on the route are secured.

• Glass walls and doors are secured with contrasting visual markings.

• The furniture contrasts with its surroundings.

• The contrast between the floor and walls facilitates movement.

• Lighting is sufficient and continuous.

• Signage makes it easy to find your way around.

• The function of each room is displayed on the door.

Vertical movement

• A lift serves all floors. It can be used independently or staff are available to assist.

• Lighting is sufficient and continuous on the stairs.

• The steps are contrasting.

• The stairs are equipped with at least one safety handrail.

• Floor numbers are clearly indicated on each landing.

Dining room

• Meals are served buffet style, but staff are available to assist.

Bedroom

• The bedroom door contrasts with its surroundings.

• The room number is in a colour that contrasts with its background.

• Staff are available to guide guests to their rooms and show them the facilities.

• Curtains or blinds can be used to cover the windows.

Kitchen

• The kitchen has a smoke detector and an electric hob (with raised buttons). There are no obstacles at height and there is continuous, adequate lighting.

Reception

• Once you have passed through the second airlock door, turn right to reach the reception desk. Objects left in front of the door constitute a hazard.

Entrance

• The building and entrance are easy to find.

• There is a doorbell near the door, which is easy to find and use.

• There is an intercom with a video screen.

• Opening hours are displayed near the door.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• The reception is easy to find and close to the entrance. It is open, well lit and allows lip reading.

• The establishment can be contacted in writing : SMS or email.

• Prices are available at reception via QR code.

• There are staff members available to provide directions and guidance.

Wi-Fi

• It is possible to connect to mobile networks, 4G or 5G.

• Wi-Fi is free and available throughout the building.

Horizontal movement

• The location is easy to understand.

• Signage makes it easy to find your way around.

• The function of each room is displayed on the door.

Vertical movement

• There is a visual display of the floors in the lift.

• The floors of the building are clearly indicated on each landing.

Lighting

• The lighting is sufficient and allows lip reading.

Toilets

• The toilets are easy to find.

• It is possible to see if a toilet is occupied or free.

Dining room

• There are round or oval tables for X people.

• Catering is provided in buffet form.

Bedroom

• Staff are available to show guests to their rooms and show them the facilities.

• Mobile device available : flash alarm + visual bell for use in any room.

Kitchen

• The accessible kitchen has a smoke detector and an electric hob, continuous and adequate lighting, seats and tables.

Kitchen

• The kitchen is closed off and separate from the other rooms, which limits visual communication.

Entrance

• The building and entrance are easy to find.

• There is an intercom with a video screen.

• The entrance is easy to find and use.

• Opening hours are displayed near the door.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• The reception is easy to find and close to the entrance. It is quiet, open, well lit and allows lip reading.

• The establishment can be contacted in writing : SMS or email.

• Prices are available at reception via QR code.

• There are staff members available to provide directions and guidance.

Horizontal movement

• Signage makes it easy to find your way around.

• The function of each room is displayed on the door.

Vertical movement

• There is a visual display of the floors in the lift.

• The floors of the building are clearly indicated on each landing.

Lighting

• The lighting is sufficient and allows lip reading.

Toilets

• It is possible to see whether a toilet is occupied or free.

Dining room

• Meals are served buffet style.

Bedroom

• Staff are available to show guests to their rooms and explain the facilities.

• Mobile device available : flash alarm + visual bell for use in any room.

Kitchen

• The accessible kitchen has a smoke detector and electric hob, continuous and adequate lighting, seats and tables. However, the kitchen is closed off and isolated.

Dining room

• Depending on how busy it is, it can be quite noisy.

Entrance

• The building and entrance are easy to find.

• There is a doorbell near the door, which is easy to find and use.

• There is an intercom with a video screen.

• Opening hours are displayed near the door.

• Staff can see people arriving and can offer assistance.

Reception

• The reception is easy to find and close to the entrance. It is located in a quiet environment.

• Prices are available at reception via QR code.

• Cash payments (coins and notes) are accepted.

• Staff are on hand to provide directions and guidance.

Horizontal movement

• The premises are quiet and well lit.

• Signage makes it easy to find your way around.

• The function of each room is displayed on the door.

Vertical movement

• The lift is easy to use or staff are available to help.

• There is an audible and visual announcement in the lift.

• The floors of the building are clearly indicated on each landing.

• The lighting is sufficient and continuous in the stairways.

• The steps are clearly marked.

• The stairs are equipped with at least one handrail.

Toilets

• The toilets are easy to find.

• The lighting is sufficient and continuous.

Dining room

• The room is quiet and well lit.

• Meals are served buffet style.

• It is possible to pay in cash (coins and notes).

• Staff are available to help people find their seats, serve themselves, pay, etc.

Bedroom

• Staff are available to show guests to their rooms and explain the facilities.

• It is easy to recognise the door to your room (image, colour, number).

Kitchen

• The kitchen has a smoke detector and an electric hob. The kitchen is closed and separate.