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Museum FLUVIUS - River & Pond

Description

The museum FLUVIUS - river and pond in Wassertrüdingen invites you to discover the underwater world accessible.

The museum FLUVIUS is a natural history and cultural history oriented museum that is spread over three floors. On the ground floor the main theme is the river Wörnitz as a lifeline and landscape creator. On the upper floor the pond economy in Middle Franconia is presented. The top floor is intended for special exhibitions. 

Information on accessibility

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All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility tested - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".

Some accessibility information are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end.

  • A parking space for people with disabilities is available.
  • The Oettinger Straße bus stop is 180 m away. 
  • All rooms and facilities accessible to guests are either step-free/at ground level or accessible via an elevator. 
  • All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
  • The ticket counter is 114 cm high.
  • Exhibits and information are primarily visible while seated.
  • Seating is available.
  • There is a public restroom for people with disabilities that is accessible from one side (at least 80 cm). A fold-down grab bar is available on the accessible side of the restroom.
  • Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. Advance registration is required. 
  • Mobile or fixed seating is available for people with mobility impairments and can be used during the tour.

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with visual impairments".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • Assistance dogs are welcome.
  • The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
  • The signage (for wayfinding) features easily readable, high-contrast lettering.
  • All elevated areas accessible to guests are illuminated with bright, glare-free lighting.
  • An emergency call made from the elevator is confirmed by an audible signal.
  • Steps do not have high-contrast edges.
  • Staircases have a handrail on one side.
  • The exhibits are well-lit.
  • Information about the exhibits is designed with high visual contrast.
  • Information about the exhibits is provided audibly or tactilely (Braille, raised lettering).
  • Information is not available in Braille or raised lettering.
  • No guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments or blind people.

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end.

  • In the event of an audible alarm, there is also no distinct visual flashing or strobe signal.
  • There is no audio induction loop system available. 
  • In the elevator, an outgoing emergency call is visually confirmed.
  • Information about the exhibits is provided in writing or through photorealistic depictions.
  • Seating is available.
  • Guided tours for people with hearing impairments and deaf people (in German Sign Language) are not offered.

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end.

  • The museum’s name is clearly visible from the outside.
  • The destinations of the paths are within sight, or there are trail markers placed at a distance that ensures they are always visible. 
  • Information about the exhibits is primarily provided in writing, but not in easy-to-read or simplified language. 
  • No guided tours are offered for people with cognitive disabilities.
Certified in the period: September 2026 – August 2029

Address & contact

Museum FLUVIUS Fluss & Teich

Phone number: 09832 682215
Website: www.wassertruedingen.de/FLUVIUS-Museum.n283.html

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