Are trains in Italy wheelchair accessible?

The medium and long distance Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca and Intercity trains are equipped with a carriage with two wheelchair places plus 2 companion seats in each carriage. The carriages are marked on the outside by a special international symbol.



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Getting On and Off They will either use a portable ramp or a portable wheelchair lift. Most of these ramps and lifts are kept at the platform, however some trains will have ramps kept on board for use at stations that do not have ramps.

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As with many ancient cities, Rome will present some challenges to wheelchair users and people with mobility problems. However, you absolutely can visit Rome in a wheelchair and have a wonderful trip. This guide will give you what you need to know about how to make accessible travel in Rome possible.

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Wheelchair travel on European trains Most modern European trains have designated spaces for wheelchair users, which are located near wheelchair-accessible toilets. They are often alongside a companion seat for a fellow traveller.

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GENEVA (5 October 2022) – In a pioneering case, the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities has found that Italy's failure to provide individualised support services to a family of persons with disabilities was discriminatory and violated their rights to family life, to live independently and to an ...

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We recommend that you request wheelchair assistance in advance, by selecting 'Add special assistance' when booking or managing your trip online. You can also let a team member at the airport know on the day of travel that you need wheelchair assistance.

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Yes, you can check your wheelchair in as check-in baggage with most airlines. Depending on where you check it in at, it will be returned to a specific area when you get off the plane. If you turn your wheelchair in at the baggage claim, they will return it to the oversize baggage claim area.

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Yes, the Vatican is Wheelchair accessible. Most of the museum spaces are wheelchair accessible and 'wheelchair friendly' but it is always best to book a special tour with the proper itinerary route in place prior to your visit to the Vatican.

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