Planning a romantic Valentine's Day trip to Amalfi tomorrow? We love the spirit — but you need to read this first.
A Major Landslide Has Closed the Coastal Road
On the evening of February 12th, a significant landslide struck Vietri sul Mare, sending approximately 50 cubic meters of rock and debris crashing down from the cliff face onto the SS163 Amalfitana — the main coastal road connecting Salerno to the entire Amalfi Coast.
The damage is serious. Five families have been evacuated from their homes near the collapse site, and a cavity has been discovered beneath the road surface itself. The SS163 is now completely closed to all traffic at km 48+300, in both directions.
After an emergency summit at the Salerno Prefecture today, the Mayor of Vietri sul Mare, Giovanni De Simone, was candid: "I don't believe a solution will come quickly."
Getting Here Will Take Longer — Plan Accordingly
With the coastal road blocked between Vietri and Cetara, the only way to reach Amalfi from Salerno is now the mountain route through Tramonti (via Campinola). It's a beautiful drive through terraced lemon groves and chestnut forests — but it adds significant time to your journey.
SITA Sud buses have already rerouted all services via Tramonti. Here are the key schedules:
Salerno → Amalfi (via Tramonti): 05:45, 07:00, 07:15, 08:00, 08:15, 09:15, 10:00, 12:10, 13:15, 14:10, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 19:50, 21:30
Amalfi → Salerno (via Tramonti): 05:15, 06:00, 06:15, 06:45, 07:45, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:15, 14:15, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 17:45, 19:30, 21:00
If you're driving, use Tramonti as your waypoint instead of following the coast from Salerno.
Orange Weather Alert Starting Tomorrow Morning
As if the landslide wasn't enough — an orange-level weather alert kicks in across Campania from 6:00 AM on February 14th. Heavy rain and strong winds are expected.
This is not a "maybe bring an umbrella" situation. Orange alert means potential danger — flooding risk, further landslides, and rough seas. Regional and local authorities are monitoring the situation around the clock.
Should You Still Come?
Honestly? Yes — but be smart about it. 🌊
The Amalfi Coast in a winter storm is genuinely one of the most dramatic, beautiful things you'll ever see. The waves crashing against the cliffs, the clouds rolling through the valleys, empty streets that in summer would be packed shoulder-to-shoulder — there's a raw, wild romance to it that no Valentine's card can match.
But respect the conditions:
- Leave early. The mountain route takes longer and roads may be slippery.
- Check bus schedules — services via Tramonti are running but limited.
- Stay updated on road conditions and weather alerts.
- Have a backup plan. If the weather turns severe, your romantic dinner might become a cozy evening at your hotel — and honestly, that's not so bad either.
- Don't attempt the coastal road from Salerno through Vietri — it's closed, full stop.
The Bottom Line
The Amalfi Coast doesn't stop being magical because of a storm. If anything, you'll get the kind of Valentine's Day story that actually means something — "remember when we drove through the mountains in the rain to get to Amalfi?" beats "we went to the usual restaurant" every time.
Just plan ahead, stay safe, and leave the flip-flops at home. 🍋
Source: [Positano News](https://www.positanonews.it/2026/02/aggiornamento-frana-a-vietri-sul-mare-resta-in-vigore-la-chiusura-totale-della-ss-163-amalfitana-le-linee-della-sita/3823296/) — Updated February 13, 2026 at 21:45
