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A Carrying Capacity Calculator for Pedestrians Using OpenStreetMap Data: Application to Urban Tourism and Public Spaces

In: Information and Communication Technologies in Tourism 2025

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  • Duarte Sampaio Almeida

    (ISTAR-IUL, Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (Iscte-IUL))

  • Rodrigo Simões

    (ISTAR-IUL, Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (Iscte-IUL))

  • Fernando Brito e Abreu

    (ISTAR-IUL, Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (Iscte-IUL))

  • Adriano Lopes

    (ISTAR-IUL, Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (Iscte-IUL))

  • Inês Boavida-Portugal

    (University of Lisbon, Centre of Geographical Studies, Institute of Geography and Spatial Planning)

Abstract

Determining the carrying capacity of urban tourism destinations and public spaces is essential for sustainable management. This paper presents an online tool that calculates pedestrian carrying capacities for user-defined areas based on OpenStreetMap (OSM) data. The tool considers physical, real, and effective carrying capacities by incorporating parameters such as area per pedestrian, rotation factor, corrective factors, and management capacity. The carrying capacity calculator aids in balancing environmental, economic, social, and experiential factors to prevent overcrowding and preserve the quality of life for residents and visitors. This tool can be used for tourism destination management, urban planning, and event management to ensure positive visitor experiences and sustainable infrastructure development. We detail the implementation of the calculator, its underlying algorithm, and its application to the Santa Maria Maior parish in Lisbon, highlighting its effectiveness in managing urban tourism and public spaces.

Suggested Citation

  • Duarte Sampaio Almeida & Rodrigo Simões & Fernando Brito e Abreu & Adriano Lopes & Inês Boavida-Portugal, 2025. "A Carrying Capacity Calculator for Pedestrians Using OpenStreetMap Data: Application to Urban Tourism and Public Spaces," Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics, in: Lyndon Nixon & Aarni Tuomi & Peter O'Connor (ed.), Information and Communication Technologies in Tourism 2025, pages 79-90, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:prbchp:978-3-031-83705-0_7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-83705-0_7
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