Caserta faces urban decay and infrastructure challenges

The city of Caserta is struggling with significant urban decay, characterized by neglected public spaces, dilapidated roads, waste management issues, and insufficient services. While the Royal Palace (Reggia di Caserta) and the medieval village of Casertavecchia represent immense cultural and historical value, local observers note that the city's infrastructure fails to support its potential.

Key areas of concern include the railway station, the bus terminal, and Viale Ellittico, which suffer from congestion, illegal parking, and poor maintenance. Frequent flooding in urban areas and the lack of integrated transport between the city center, suburbs, and outlying districts further impact the quality of life and local economy.

Experts suggest that addressing these issues requires a broader regional strategy for Campania, moving beyond emergency responses toward structural funding for public transport. There is also potential to develop a major logistics platform by better integrating the Maddaloni-Marcianise and Nola interports with the Port of Naples through improved rail connections.