Discover Bad Vilbel with all your senses: tactile model brings the Old Town to life
Bad Vilbel now offers visitors a special way to get to know the historic city centre: a tactile model on Günther-Biwer-Platz makes the Old Town not only visible, but also tangible.
The handcrafted bronze model shows the historic city centre with its characteristic buildings, streets and squares in impressive detail. This creates an exceptional overview of the town centre, opening up a new perspective on Bad Vilbel for sighted people as well as blind and visually impaired guests.
The Old Town at a glance – and at your fingertips
The model was designed so that the most important structures of the Old Town can be explored by touch. Houses, paths and distinctive buildings are clearly recognisable. At the same time, care was taken to ensure that no sharp-edged or overly delicate elements make it difficult to use. Particularly practical: the tactile model stands on a wheelchair-accessible base, meaning it can also be used by people who rely on a wheelchair. This makes orientation easier and enables independent exploration of the city.
A perfect starting point for your visit
The location of the model could hardly be better chosen. Situated on Günther-Biwer-Platz, it is in the immediate vicinity of the spa park and the city library. This makes it an ideal first port of call for guests who want to explore the city.
After getting an initial overview, visitors can then discover the historic lanes, sights and green spaces of the city centre in a targeted way.
Bad Vilbel focuses on accessible tourism
The new tactile model is part of a wide range of offers that make Bad Vilbel attractive for people with different needs. The city offers numerous accessible and low-barrier ways to experience culture, nature and city life.
Barrier-free paths, easily accessible public areas and continuous improvements to the infrastructure make it easier for many people to visit. This benefits not only people with disabilities, but also families with prams, older guests or people with temporary mobility restrictions.
Added value for all visitors
The tactile model is much more than an orientation aid. It invites you to discover the city with multiple senses and provides a completely new way to access the history and structure of the Old Town. At the same time, it shows how diverse and accessible tourist offers can be designed today.
Anyone visiting Bad Vilbel will find it an exciting introduction to their stay – and experience a city that is committed to making its sights accessible to as many people as possible.
Tip: Start your walk at the tactile model on Günther-Biwer-Platz and then discover the historic city centre, the spa park and other accessible and low-barrier offers in Bad Vilbel.
