One of the oldest symbols of historic Naples comes back to life. The Formiello fountain, a Renaissance jewel set in Piazza Enrico De Nicola behind Castel Capuano, has been officially reactivated after a careful refunctionalization intervention promoted by Acqua Bene Comune Napoli, in collaboration with the Municipality and its subsidiaries.
This morning, under the gaze of citizens and authorities, water began to flow again from the fountain built at the end of the sixteenth century as a drinking trough. Present at the ceremony were Mayor Gaetano Manfredi, Councilor for Infrastructure Edoardo Cosenza, City Councilor Luigi Musto, President of the IV Municipality Maria Caniglia and Special Commissioner of ABC Andrea Torino, as evidence of the institutional commitment to the recovery of urban heritage.
The intervention included the complete replacement of the hydraulic system, now more efficient and easier to maintain, the waterproofing of the tank and the restoration of the iron fence that protects it. The surrounding area was also redeveloped thanks to the joint action of the task force for urban decorum led by Ciro Turiello, a structure strongly desired by the mayor.
The rebirth of the Form It is not an isolated case. It is part of a broader plan established by the new agreement between the Municipality and ABC, which provides for the maintenance of 23 city fountains. And it does not end there: as announced by Palazzo San Giacomo, the iconic Marinaretto fountain in Mergellina will soon be gushing again. Tangible signs of a city that, step by step, rediscovers and mends the bond with its own beauty.
Article published by Federica Annunziata on June 9, 2025, at 17:35 PM
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It is very nice to see that the Formiello fountain has been reactivated, but I hope that there is also a plan for long-term maintenance. The beauty of Naples must be preserved and not forgotten, especially its stories.