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Rome’s accessibility flaws threaten the 2026 Paralympics despite promises of progress.
Italy is under scrutiny ahead of the 2026 Paralympic Games over persistent accessibility issues, especially in Rome, where uneven cobblestones, inadequate ramps, and inaccessible public transit hinder mobility for wheelchair users.
While Milan has made significant progress with over 80% of metro stations now accessible, Rome’s historic infrastructure remains a barrier, despite claims of 80% road compliance and expanded adapted taxis.
Activist Alessandro Bardini, a paraplegic since 1998, criticized the lack of meaningful change, calling the situation an “insult” and warning that improvements may not endure after the global spotlight shifts away.
Los defectos de accesibilidad de Roma amenazan a los Juegos Paralímpicos de 2026 a pesar de las promesas de progreso.