Naples, Piazza Mercato closed for a Red Bull event. Traffic restrictions in place.

Il City of Naples announced a temporary traffic device on the occasion of the event Red Bull King of the RioneThe event, which celebrates the Neapolitan football tradition, will be held on September 20th in Market SquareTo ensure order and safety, an ordinance has been issued with specific traffic restrictions and instructions for residents, citizens, and tourists. Let's look at the provisions in detail.

What are the traffic restrictions in Piazza Mercato?

The provision establishes the prohibition of vehicular transit in Market Square, in the stretch between Via Sant'Eligio e Piazza del Carmine, in front Ottieri PalaceThe closure will be valid:

• from 12.00 hours at 23.00 of the September 20th;
• with extension until the needs related to the event cease.

The following are excluded from the ban:

• law enforcement vehicles;
• emergency and rescue vehicles.

All traffic regulation devices that are in conflict with the new ordinance will be temporarily suspended for the duration of the event. The necessary road signs will be installed by the Technical Manager of the event, under the supervision of the Local Police.

How will citizens and tourists be informed?

To reduce inconvenience and ensure clarity, the organization is required to prepare informative signage almeno 48 hours before of the start of the event. This will allow residents, merchants, and tourists to be informed of any changes to traffic in advance. The notice will be posted at strategic points in the affected area, making it easier for those traveling on foot or by car.

The device can be further modified for public order reasons, upon decision of the Public Security Authority. Also the Local Police may make changes to the timetable or regulations to ensure the safety of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

What are the implications for mobility in the city?

The closure of Piazza Mercato will lead to inevitable variations in usual routesFor those who travel by car it will be important:

• plan alternative itineraries;
• use the main nearby roads;
• to privilege, when possible, the public transport.

The provision does not have the value of an authorization for the holding of the event, but concerns exclusively the traffic regulationSupervision of compliance with the rules is entrusted to the Local Police and to the other Public Security Forces, responsible for ensuring order and flow.