Knowing the hours and zones subject to ZTL (Restricted Traffic Zone) in Palermo is crucial to avoid fines. ZTL zones are city areas with traffic regulations aimed at creating a more livable environment by reducing exhaust emissions, fine particles, and traffic in historic centers, thereby facilitating pedestrian and resident circulation.
ZTL Hours and Zones in Palermo: Areas and Schedules
The ZTL zones in Palermo cover the entire historic center. Specifically, the areas are:
- Corso Tukory: From the intersection with Corso Re Ruggero to Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Piazza Giulio Cesare: Extending through Via Lincoln to the intersection with Foro Italico Umberto I.
- Foro Italico Umberto I: Extending to Piazza XIII Vittime.
- Piazza XIII Vittime: Extending through Via Cavour to Piazza Verdi.
- Piazza Verdi: Extending through Via Volturno to Piazza Orlando Vittorio Emanuele.
- Piazza Orlando Vittorio Emanuele: From Via Salesio Balsano, continuing through Via Niccolò Turissi to Via Papireto.
- Via Papireto: Extending to Piazza Domenico Peranni.
- Corso Amedeo: Extending along Piazza Domenico Peranni to the intersection with Corso Calatafimi. From Corso Calatafimi, it continues to Piazza Indipendenza, which is not included in the ZTL.
The schedule for the ZTL is as follows:
- Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Friday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
For evening and night hours:
- Saturday: 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
- Sunday: 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM.
How to Access ZTL Zones in Palermo
Accessing a ZTL zone is not impossible. Residents, domiciliaries, and those stationed in the area have passes that allow them to enter and exit without any issues. Also included are citizens with reduced mobility, SSN-contracted doctors, and citizens needing medical care. Lastly, those who need to work, study, or travel for health reasons can access these zones, provided they have an electric, hybrid, or non-polluting vehicle.
ZTL Costs in Palermo
The costs for obtaining a ZTL pass are:
- Daily Pass: €5 for petrol and diesel vehicles, €2.50 for hybrid, methane, and LPG vehicles.
- Daily Pass for Coaches, Heavy Tourist Vehicles (NCC and tourist buses), and Scheduled Tourist Services: €30.
- Monthly Pass: Price varies.
- Annual Pass: Price varies.
