MEDELLÍN PARA CAMINAR

Una exploración cartográfica sobre rutas para la caminabilidad

Abstract

Contemporary cities are undergoing a paradigm shift, moving away from the historical focus on fossil fuel vehicles towards the creation of urban spaces focused on active mobility. In this context, it is crucial to address walkability and the factors that influence it with the aim of promoting sustainable and healthy mobility habits. This study seeks to evaluate walkability in Medellín from cartography. The investigation focuses on areas surrounding six stations of the metropolitan transportation system, using a radius of 900 square meters. A methodology is used that combines freely accessible data, such as platforms, urban trees and commercial establishments, where a rating is made derived from the presence and influence of weighted key variables. The results represent walkability on the routes, showing regular and low levels, highlighting the need for interventions in public space to encourage pedestrian routes in Medellín.