Nighttime closures on the Naples ring road: the schedule for the week of August 3-9

Modernization works continue on the A56 Naples Ring RoadA prolonged, continuous closure of the entrance ramp to the junction is planned for the week of Monday 3 to Sunday 9 August 2026. Vomero towards Pozzuoli. Here is the complete schedule of closures and alternative routes recommended by Tangenziale di Napoli.

Vomero junction: continuous closure from Sunday, August 2nd to Thursday, August 6th

To allow for seismic upgrade work on the Vomero junction towards Pozzuoli, part of the broader motorway network modernization project, the entrance ramp towards Pozzuoli at the Vomero junction will be closed continuously from 22:00 PM on Sunday, August 2, to 6:00 AM on Thursday, August 06, 2026.

• Affected section: entrance ramp of the Vomero junction towards Pozzuoli
• Clockwise: from 22:00 PM on August 2nd to 6:00 AM on August 06th 2026, continuous closure day and night
• ReasonSeismic retrofitting works as part of the motorway network modernization project
• Alternative route 1: entrance from the Camaldoli junction towards Pozzuoli
• Alternative route 2: entrance from the Vomero junction towards Capodichino and U-turn at the Arenella/Hospital Area junction

The closure was scheduled for early August, when traffic flows are typically lower than average for the year.

Rest of the week: No other scheduled closures

There are currently no other closures scheduled on the A56 for the period from Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 August 2026. The schedule is subject to change based on the progress of the roadworks, so we recommend checking for updates before travelling.

Frequently asked questions about the Ring Road closures

What times is the Vomero junction ramp closed?
The entrance ramp towards Pozzuoli will be closed continuously from 22:00 PM on Sunday, August 2nd to 6:00 AM on Thursday, August 06th, 2026, with no interruptions during the night or day.

What are the recommended alternative routes?
The Naples ring road recommends entering from the Camaldoli junction towards Pozzuoli or from the Vomero junction towards Capodichino, turning around at the Arenella/Zona Ospedaliera junction.

Can emergency vehicles pass during closures?
Yes, even in the event of road closures, a lane is always left available for emergency and rescue vehicles.

Where can I find real-time traffic updates?
Constant updates are distributed via the 24-hour traffic call center 803.111, RTL 102.5, RTL 102.5 Traffic, Rai Isoradio, the Autostrade per l'Italia app and variable message signs.