The favorite and most frequented places by interviewed people are Parco Ciani, the city center,
the lakefront and Piazza della Riforma. These places are frequented several times a week and
from a majority of people even every day. Parco Ciani is less frequented; more than half of
interviewed people visit it once a week or less.
Favorite places attract particularly because they are very accessible and they offer a beautiful
view, the presence of vegetation and tranquility. Some differences can be noticed according to the
type of space: for example you search for a nice view at Parco Ciani, quiet, greenery and the
possibility of a break on a bench, while in the center you want a lively environment, movement,
animation activities and appreciate the easy accessibility. The elements that must be improved in
these areas are the security feelings, and the presence of design elements like benches or
fountains and dogs should be kept at the leash. Above all the possibility to rest on a bench is
considered important and that is not only in outdoor locations, but also in stores.
Public spaces are frequented primarily for walking and depending on the sites, accompanied by
encounters with acquaintances (in Piazza Riforma), the use of services (in the city, in Piazza
Riforma), the observation and listening about what happens (in the city, on the lakefront) and
resting on a bench (in particular the Parco Ciani).
In general, interviewed people, like to walk in places close to nature, along the waterways, in
parks and in the city centre; the residential areas, own neighborhood and shopping centers have
less or little importance for elderly. It appears that for people with poorer health, the city parks
and residential areas are more important as places for walking in comparison to preferences of
people in good health.