Permanent measures
Chaves implements, planned or promotes one or more new permanent measure(s), which contribute(s) to modal transfer from private car to environmentally sound means of transport.
New or improved bicycle facilities
Improvement of bicycle network (creation of new lanes, extension, renovation, signposting etc)
implemented
Pedestrianisation
Create or enlarge pedestrian streets
implemented
Public transport services
Improvement and extension of the public transport services (express services, increase frequency etc)
implemented
Traffic calming and access control scheme
Speed reduction programmes in zones near schools
implemented
Accessibilities
Create wheelchair ramps
implemented
Removal of architectonic barriers
implemented
New forms of vehicle use and ownership
Responsible car-use (eco-driving etc)
implemented
Mobility management
Elaboration of educational materials
implemented
Development of travel plans / mobility plans in consultation with local stakeholders
implemented
Permanent access restriction to city centres
implemented
Car-free day
Chaves carries out a Car-free day 2010 and closes off one or more streets to traffic, and opens it to pedestrians, cyclists and public transport.
Chaves, Portugal
Activities within the week