Naples Ring Road: The Fuorigrotta interchange for Naples-Cagliari is closed.

The closing of the Fuorigrotta junction of Naples ring road will start at Wednesday, December 3, 19th, on the occasion of the match of Coppa Italia between Naples and Cagliari scheduled for the Maradona Stadium. The decision stems from a formal request from the Prefecture and is part of the preventive measures established by the Provincial Committee for Public Order and Safety. The goal is to avoid congestion in the areas surrounding the stadium during fan arrival and post-match departure. The restriction will remain in effect until no longer necessary.

Why the junction is closed

Traffic management in the hours leading up to the matches high affluence It is a critical point for traffic in the western part of the city. Before reporting the timetables and alternative routes, it is useful to clarify the reasons given by the competent offices. The influx of people to the Maradona stadium, especially during evening meetings, leads to a sharp increase in vehicles heading towards FuorigrottaThe simultaneous presence of private vehicles, shuttles and public transport tends to saturate the exit ramps of the ring road. Security Committee The club has therefore requested a preventative closure to reduce the risk of sudden blockades and facilitate possible law enforcement interventions. This measure is part of an integrated protection plan that also includes parking restrictions and extraordinary checks on the streets near the stadium.

What closures are planned today?

The measure affects both directions of the ring road. Before indicating the recommended routes, it's important to note that the measure is temporary and may be extended depending on traffic conditions.

The measures active from 19pm:

• Closure of the Fuorigrotta junction in east and west directions.
• Alternative indication for vehicles coming from Pozzuoli, with recommended exit to Agnano.
• Restoration of normal circulation expected at the end of the safety requirements, established by the operators present on site.

How alternative routes are changing

The device advises drivers to use alternative routes, especially to avoid congestion near the restricted access ramps. Before listing the main alternatives, it's worth remembering that the Fuorigrotta area will be particularly busy, both due to the arrival of fans and the shuttle buses to the stadium.

Recommended routes include:

• Agnano exit for those coming from Pozzuoli.
• Vomero exit o Arenella For those coming from Capodichino and need to reach surrounding areas without passing through Fuorigrotta.
• Ordinary traffic on Via Cintia and Via Terracina, managed with dedicated staff.

Who ordered the closure and where to find updates

The closure was approved by the Provincial Committee for Public Order and Safety, which assessed the expected attendance and potential critical issues. Real-time updates will be shared through the official Naples Ring Road channels, as well as the social media profiles of the Municipality and Prefecture, which are monitoring the situation during the sporting event.

Useful channels:

• Naples Ring Road Website.
• Prefecture Updates.
• Communications from the Municipality of Naples.
• News reported by local media on the road system.