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· Naples
· 82 m
It is a former ossuary housing the remains of some 40,000 people, victims of the plague and cholera epidemics that plagued the city between the 17th and 19th centuries. It is one of the most evocative and curious places in Naples.
The Fontanelle Cemetery is located in the Sanità district of Naples. It covers more than 3,000 square metres and consists of three large trapezoidal tunnels carved into the yellow tuff. It contains several naves, corridors and niches, where human remains, mainly skulls, are displayed. It also has an inner church, dedicated to Maria Santissima del Carmine.
Here, in the past, the rite of the 'pezzentelle souls' took place: the Neapolitans 'adopted' and cared for the skull (called a 'capuzzella') of an abandoned soul, therefore without family and identity, in exchange for a pardon or protection. Although this cult is now prohibited by law, the Fontanelle Cemetery remains a place that attracts many visitors because of its special history.
Opening times
| Monday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–17:00 |
Last access: 30 minutes before closing
The Fontanelle Cemetery is closed for structural work until further notice.
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Access to the cemetery is free of charge, however it is recommended to join a guided tour (also for groups) to discover the anecdotes and stories of this special place. More information is available on the official website.
Public transport
Take the metro to Materdei Station on line 1, then proceed on foot. Otherwise you can take the lift to Via Santa Teresa degli Scalzi, on the Sanità bridge, and then walk the last stretch. We do not recommend the C51 minibus that takes you right to the Fontanelle Cemetery because it is often heavily delayed.
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Fontanelle Cemetery
80136 Napoli
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