If you've been following the road situation this weekend, here's some genuinely good news — the SS163 Amalfitana at Fuenti is reopening today at 7 PM, a full day ahead of schedule. 🎉
What Happened
A landslide hit the Fuenti area between Vietri sul Mare and Cetara late Thursday night into Friday, forcing a complete closure of the main coastal road. For anyone who's driven the Amalfi Coast, you know this stretch — it's the gateway connecting Salerno and Vietri to the rest of the coastline.
The timing couldn't have been worse. Heavy, relentless rain pounded the coast all weekend, making cleanup and stabilization work even more challenging. But crews from Cardine — over 30 technicians and workers pulling double shifts — pushed through the conditions to get this done fast.
What to Expect
The road reopens with alternating one-way traffic controlled by traffic lights. Not ideal, but infinitely better than the complete closure that's been causing headaches for residents and commuters since Friday.
Here's what you need to know if you're driving:
- Reopening time: 7:00 PM today, February 10th
- Traffic flow: Single lane, alternating directions via semaphore
- Expect delays: Build in extra time, especially during morning and evening rush
If You're Visiting
For tourists planning to drive the coast this week — the road is passable but expect some delays at the Fuenti section. If you're coming from Salerno, this is the main route into the Amalfi Coast, so there's no real alternative unless you take the mountain road through Tramonti (which is scenic but significantly longer).
Our advice: be patient with the traffic lights, enjoy the views while you wait, and remember that this kind of thing is just part of life on one of the world's most spectacular coastlines. 🌊
