With spring entering into full swing and coinciding with Easter and the holiday season, an increase in road traffic is expected.
Inorder to avoid possible inconveniences and slowdowns, it is advisable to consult thetraffic forecast calendar before setting outto better plan departures.
From mid-April to the beginning of June, red dot traffic days are expected along the highway section during holidays and bridges:
- Thursday, April 17 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon to Abruzzo
- Friday, April 18 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon to Abruzzo
- Saturday, April 19 – Very heavy traffic in the morning to Abruzzo
- Monday, April 21 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon towards Rome
- Tuesday, April 22 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon toward Rome
- Thursday, April 24 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon towards Rome
- Sunday, April 27 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon towards Rome
- Wednesday, April 30 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon toward Abruzzo
- Thursday , May 1 – Very heavy traffic in the morning to Abruzzo.
- Sunday, May 4 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon towards Rome
- Friday, May 30 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon to Abruzzo
- Saturday , May 31 – Very heavy traffic in the morning to Abruzzo
- Monday, June 2 – Very heavy traffic in the afternoon towards Rome
The calendar also includes the timetable for traffic bans for heavy trucks with total mass exceeding 7.5t even if unloaded.
For a complete calendar of traffic forecasts on the entire national highway network, we recommend visiting the Viabilità Italia website where all details and updates provided by the Traffic Police can be consulted.
In any case, the Traffic Police reiterates the importance of and respect for the rules of the Highway Code in order to prevent accidents and traffic disruptions. Attention is drawn, especially before traveling, to adoptprudent driving behavior and respect for the rules of road behavior. In particular, before and during the trip, it is recommended to:
- Do not use cell phone when driving
- Plan departures, avoiding the most critical hours
- Check the maintenance of the vehicle before the trip and especially tires and brakes
- Fasten seat belts, both front and rear, and place children in the appropriate seats
- Observe speed limits and safe distance
- Listening to news broadcasting traffic updates RTL 102.5, Isoradio 103.3 fm, Onda Verde Rai on Radio 1, 2 and 3
- Travel rested and stop at the first hint of fatigue in service and parking areas
- Always occupy the clearest lane to the right
- Zero alcohol before and during the trip
- Stop in emergency lane or lay-by only in case of breakdown or illness and use cell phone to summon help
- In case of need, contact the single emergency number 112
For real-time information on traffic and road conditions, it is recommended to consult Rai Teletext and Mediavideo, listen to CCISS news programs “Viaggiare Informati e Sicuri” and Isoradio, visit www.stradadeiparchi.it or the @viabilitasdp channel on X, or call 840.042121.
You can download and print the calendar here:
TRAFFIC FORECAST APRIL 18-JUNE 2, 2025