Mount Vesuvius: Groups call for improved road safety and controls

The Circoli dell’Ambiente e della Cultura Rurale are calling for increased safety measures and better management of the roads leading to Mount Vesuvius. Specifically, they have highlighted concerns regarding the route from La Siesta via Via Osservatorio toward Quota 1000, which serves as an access point to the Gran Cono from the Ercolano side.

The group is requesting a review of current access criteria for heavy vehicles and tourist buses to ensure they are compatible with the mountain road's characteristics. While acknowledging the effectiveness of local police interventions during snowy weather, the organization emphasizes that safety management, road maintenance, and monitoring of speed and parking must be a daily priority rather than a seasonal response to weather events.