Our symbol dictionary
Accessibility
This pictogram is the general symbol for accessibility. It can be used as an umbrella pictogram for overview purposes.
Venue accessible for wheelchair users
This pictogram indicates that a venue is accessible for wheelchair users: all essential areas are step-free or accessible via ramps and elevators, all doors are sufficiently wide (90 cm), and there are wheelchair spaces in the hall.
Accessible toilet
The pictogram indicates that there is an accessible toilet on site: with grab rails, height-adjustable mirrors, sufficient door width (90 cm), and sufficient space in the toilet cubicle (movement area 150 cm by 150 cm with a hinged door, 120 cm by 190 cm with a sliding door).
Location accessible for people with walking disabilities
This pictogram indicates that all essential areas can be reached without long walking distances, that there are no or only a few steps, and that sufficient seating is available.
Audio description
This pictogram indicates that the visual elements of the cultural event are described for blind people and people with visual impairments.
Tactile tour/sensory tour
This pictogram indicates that there will be a tactile tour or sensory tour before the event, during which participants can experience the stage setting, costumes, exhibits, etc. This is particularly recommended for blind people and people with walking disabilities.
German Sign Language
This pictogram indicates that German Sign Language (DGS) interpretation will be provided at the event.
Subtitles/Surtitles
This pictogram indicates that subtitles or surtitles are available for an event or film. The pictogram can also be used to indicate the use of speech-to-text interpreters or live transcription by artificial intelligence.
Inductive hearing loop (T-coil)
This pictogram indicates that the event audio can be transmitted to the T-coil of the hearing aid via an inductive hearing loop.
Hearing assistance system
This pictogram indicates that there is a Wi-Fi audio streaming system on site. Here, the audio signal is transmitted to visitors' smartphones via the venue's Wi-Fi network. This requires the installation of an app. From there, the sound is transmitted to the hearing aid via Bluetooth—provided that the hearing aid has the appropriate technical standard.
Easy language
This pictogram stands for the use of easy language. Easy language is a simplified form of everyday language. It is primarily aimed at people with different learning abilities.
On-site assistance/pick-up service
This pictogram indicates that there are assistance personnel on site who can support people with disabilities as needed and/or pick them up from the train station, for example.
Relaxation room available
This pictogram indicates that there is a low-stimulus relaxation room on site where people can retreat during an event.
Welcome culture for neurodivergent people
This pictogram indicates that the cultural event is accessible to neurodivergent people. The focus is on reducing sensory overload by adjusting lighting, volume, seating options, etc. The schedule and structures on site are clearly communicated.
Free accompanying person/ticket discount
This pictogram indicates that discounted tickets are available for people with disabilities and/or that a free accompanying person may travel with them.
Assistance dogs welcome
This pictogram indicates that assistance dogs used by people with various disabilities are welcome at events and may be brought into the hall.
Relaxed Performance
This pictogram indicates events that are also designed to appeal to people for whom conventional “theater etiquette” presents a barrier.
Note on content
This pictogram indicates information about sensitive content in an event.
