Architecture firm CREUSeCARRASCO Arquitectos have reimagined a staircase that belongs to the ancient pilgrimage known as the Camino de Santiago.
The starting point of the Camino's Serpentine Route begins at the sacred hill known as Monte de Gozo - where a long and steep staircase once confronted travelers. Unfortunately, this unfavorable architectural design made the route less accessible for wheelchairs, bicycles, or horseback. For this reason, CREUSeCARRASCO Arquitectos have turned this decrepit staircase into a curving concrete ramp.
The ramp creates a clear path for all pilgrims. It is slopped at a gentle incline, allowing travelers to observe the city below and take in the surrounding natural landscape. The ramp is built with a mixture of concrete and stone and sits harmoniously on Monte de Gozo hill.
Image Credit: CREUSeCARRASCO Arquitectos
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Accessible Pilgrimage Routes
- Architecture firms can focus on revamping pilgrimage routes to be more accessible and inclusive.
- Universal Design
- The concept of universal design can be applied to historical sites and pilgrimage routes to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for everyone.
- Inclusive Tourism
- Tourism companies can promote and offer inclusive pilgrimage routes and services to cater to a wider range of travelers.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Architecture firms can focus on inclusive design for historical sites and pilgrimage routes.
- Tourism
- Tourism companies can promote and develop inclusive pilgrimage routes and services to attract a wider range of travelers.
- Accessibility
- The field of accessibility can explore new opportunities to make historical sites and pilgrimage routes accessible for everyone.
