Cimitero delle Fontanelle, one of Naples' most fascinating and mysterious sites, will finally reopen its doors on Sunday, April 19th 2026, after a long five-years closure. Located in the Sanità district, an enchanting neighborhood with its extraordinary heritage of art and traditions, this old and peculiar cemetery with and incredible history is once again ready to welcome visitors from around the world.
Renovated, safer, and barrier-free, the Cimitero delle Fontanelle will be inaugurated on April 18th 2026, the day before the official opening. A solemn ceremony will take place at nearby Largo Totò, starting at 9:00 a.m. The event is eagerly awaited because, after being closed for safety resons, the historic ossuary that more than any other places represents the devotion of the common people, will finally be returned to the city and its guests.
