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Seniors
Advice for seniors and people with limited mobility to comfortably participate in the papal events.
Tips
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Request priority access when registering if you have reduced mobility
2
Events in enclosed venues (Bernabéu, Movistar Arena, Sagrada Familia) have seating
3
For outdoor events, bring a light folding chair
4
Avoid the most crowded areas — giant screens let you watch from further back
5
Reinforced public transport will include accessibility improvements
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Arrive early to avoid long queues under the sun
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Ask volunteers for help — they will be identified with vests
What to bring
- •Regular medication (for several days as precaution)
- •Light folding chair for outdoor events
- •Very comfortable, broken-in footwear
- •Hat or parasol
- •Plenty of water
- •Charged phone with emergency number saved
- •Cushion for seating in bleachers
Important aspects
- —June temperatures in Madrid can exceed 35°C
- —Waits may last several hours — plan breaks
- —Some areas have uneven pavement
- —In the Canary Islands humidity can be high — bring breathable clothing
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