To ensure the safety and flow of visitors during the Christmas season, Naples is reintroducing a one-way pedestrian zone on Via San Gregorio Armeno, the famous street of nativity scenes. The ordinance, signed by Mayor Gaetano Manfredi, will be in effect on weekends from November 29th to December 24th, from 9:20 am to 24:9 pm (and on December 14th from 19:23 am to XNUMX:XNUMX pm), as well as from Thursday, December XNUMXth to Monday, December XNUMXrd, during the same time slot.
The one-way pedestrian system will extend from the intersection with Via San Biagio dei Librai to Piazza San Gaetano. This measure, adopted for several years during the Christmas season, aims to "ensure public and private safety" in an area characterized by narrow streets and no sidewalks, where the risk of crowding can jeopardize traffic, including that of emergency vehicles.
While some shopkeepers would prefer alternating one-way traffic, most agree that this measure is necessary, especially on weekends. Vincenzo Capuano, president of the Botteghe di San Gregorio Armeno, emphasizes that one-way traffic is essential to avoid chaos, especially on peak days like the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
The "Nativity Scene Art" Association San Gregorio Armeno"will collaborate with law enforcement to ensure public safety and order.
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According to the association's estimates, an influx of 800-900 visitors is expected during the Christmas season, along with total sales of approximately €40. The Municipality will apply a 5% co-payment, generating revenue of approximately €2.
How does it work:
When: On weekends from November 29th to December 24th (9am to 20pm) and from Thursday 19th to Monday 23rd December (9am to 20pm). On December 24th the one-way system will be active from 9am to 14pm.
WhereFrom the section that goes from the intersection with Via San Biagio dei Librai to Piazza San Gaetano.
The one-way pedestrian system is a necessary measure to fully experience San Gregorio Armeno during the Christmas season, ensuring safety, order, and enhancing Naples' artistic and cultural heritage.
Comments (1)
the one-way pedestrian in naples is a good thing for safety, but some merchants do not agree and would prefer another system. I hope it works well and that visitors can enjoy the Christmas traditions without problems. More attention is needed to avoid crowds, especially on weekends.