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Parking in blue zones in La Spezia
Want to park in the Municipality of La Spezia? Discover the cost and how to pay.
The blue parking lines in La Spezia indicate paid on-street parking areas, established to manage traffic and encourage vehicle turnover in the busiest areas of the city.
In La Spezia, parking regulations are established by the Municipality of La Spezia, while the operational management of parking and permits is entrusted to Mobpark. Paid parking areas are mainly located in the central and commercial zones, and near the historic center.
Alongside regular paid areas, there are also rotation areas, which are parking spaces with a maximum time limit designed to ensure greater availability of parking spaces in high-traffic areas, such as the historic center, commercial areas, and public offices.
The rates and payment hours may vary depending on the area of the city: for this reason, always refer to the vertical signage located next to the parking space.
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How to pay for blue parking spaces in La Spezia
In the municipality of La Spezia, it is possible to pay for parking in blue-lined spaces using either traditional or digital methods, depending on your needs.
Parking meters
The traditional method is payment via parking meter, available in the main regulated parking areas.
With the parking meter you can:
• Pay with coins or card, where available. • Select the parking duration based on the indicated rate. • Obtain a paper ticket, which must be clearly displayed on the dashboard.
Scratch & Park
In some areas of the city, you can also pay for parking with Gratta & Sosta tickets, available at points of sale authorized by the operator.
Telepass App
In enabled areas, you can also pay for parking through the Telepass app.
With the app you can:
- Start and stop parking directly from your smartphone.
- Avoid using the parking meter.
- Pay automatically at the end of your parking session.
- Pay only for the actual parking time, without having to estimate the duration in advance.
- Manage everything digitally, without having to use paper tickets or coins.
Where to find blue parking zones in La Spezia
The blue parking zones in La Spezia are distributed mainly in the central areas, commercial zones and near the main city services, with a distinction between tariff zones and rotation areas.
The parking regulation is organized into two tariff sectors (Red Zone and Yellow Zone), plus some areas with maximum parking time limits:
Zona / area urbana | Vie / piazze principali | Caratteristiche |
|---|---|---|
Zona Rossa (Centro città e centro storico) | Via del Prione, Corso Cavour, Via Chiodo, Piazza Verdi | Aree con maggiore domanda di parcheggio e forte presenza di attività commerciali e servizi |
Zona Gialla (Zone centrali e semicentrali) | Viale Italia, Corso Nazionale, Via XX Settembre, Via Veneto | Aree vicine al centro con presenza di uffici, negozi e quartieri residenziali |
Aree a rotazione (max 2 ore) | Piazza Chiodo, Viale Garibaldi, Via Persio, Viale Minzoni, Via D’Azeglio, Viale Mazzini, Via Micca | Sosta con limite massimo di 2 ore per favorire la rotazione dei veicoli |
Area a rotazione (max 2 ore – tariffa progressiva) | Piazza Beverini | Sosta con limite massimo di 2 ore e a tariffa progressiva |
Aree a rotazione (max 1 ora) | Piazza Cavour, Via Rosselli, Via dei Mille | Sosta breve con limite massimo di 1 ora per garantire alta rotazione dei posti |
The distribution of parking spaces may change according to municipal ordinances: always check the vertical signage present on site.
How much do the blue parking stripes cost in La Spezia
The cost of parking in blue-lined spaces in La Spezia varies according to the parking sector.
The paid areas are divided into two tariff sectors and rotation areas:
Zona | Tariffa indicativa |
|---|---|
Zona Rossa | 1,50 €/h |
Zona Gialla | 1,00 €/h |
Piazza Beverini (max 2 ore) | 1,50 € 1h; 2,00 €/h dalla seconda ora |
Piazza Chiodo, Viale Garibaldi, Via Persio, Viale Minzoni, Via D’Azeglio, Viale Mazzini, Via Micca (max 2 ore) | 1,50 €/h |
Piazza Cavour, Via dei Mille, Via Rosselli (max 1 ora) | 0,50 €/h |
On Sundays and public holidays, parking is generally free, unless otherwise indicated by signs. Conditions may vary based on possible updates: always refer to the vertical signs located next to the parking space.
Residents, commuters, and workers who frequently use paid parking can subscribe to dedicated passes, available according to user type. Updated conditions and costs are established by the Municipality of La Spezia and managed by Mobpark.
Reduced rates for Saturday afternoon
In some rotating areas on Saturday afternoons, a reduced rate is available.
Saturday from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, a special rate is offered:
Zona | Tariffa indicativa |
|---|---|
Piazza Beverini | 1,50 € per 2 ore; 0,50 € ogni 80 minuti |
Piazza Chiodo, Viale Garibaldi, Via Persio, Viale Minzoni, Via D’Azeglio, Viale Mazzini, Via Micca | 1,50 € per 2 ore; 0,50 € ogni 80 minuti |
Piazza Cavour | 0,50 € per 2 ore (sabato 16:30–20:00) |
Blue parking zone hours in La Spezia
Payment hours may vary depending on the area, but generally paid parking is active from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday mornings from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. In rotation areas, parking is also active on Saturday afternoons, with the discounted rates indicated above.
Parking permits and concessions in La Spezia
The paid parking system in La Spezia includes several types of permits and concessions dedicated to specific categories. The main types are:
Ordinary or special resident pass
Allows residents in paid parking zones to obtain up to two passes for owned or registered vehicles:
- 20 € for the first registered car or car under loan for use.
- 70 € for the second registered car.
- For the second registered car in zones ABC (viale Fieschi) the cost is € 10.
Pass domiciled
Reserved for those who own a second home or have exclusive use of a residence in tariff zones. Only one pass per vehicle is allowed. The indicated cost is 50 € per year with a registered rental contract, or 52 € per four-month period in other cases.
Special categories pass
Dedicated, for example, to general practitioners with NHS agreements in the area where the practice is located, driving schools based in tariff zones, and accommodation facilities. The indicated cost is 52 € per four-month period.
Pass for children of parents over seventy years old
It is issued to children of people over 70 who live within the tariff zone, if both parents do not have parking permits. This pass is treated the same as those for temporary residents and costs €52 per four-month period.
Pink Pass
Dedicated to vehicles serving pregnant women or parents with children up to two years of age, for the use of pink parking spaces. For issuance, 2 revenue stamps of €16 are required.
Medical passes for urgent home visits
Each doctor can obtain only one pass for a vehicle indicated in the request. The pass allows parking in any paid parking space in the Municipality of La Spezia for a maximum of 1 hour, provided that both the urgent visit badge and the parking disc are displayed simultaneously.
People with disabilities
Vehicles serving people with disabilities can park for free in blue-lined parking spaces, provided that:
- a valid permit is displayed;
- any limitations indicated by signage are respected.
As always, even with passes or accommodations, the vertical signage present at the location always takes precedence.
Are electric cars exempt from paying for blue parking spaces in La Spezia?
In the Municipality of La Spezia, concessions are available for vehicles with complete and exclusive electric propulsion. These vehicles can benefit from free parking on blue-lined spaces, provided that the dedicated pass issued by ATC Mobilità e Parcheggi / Mobpark is requested.
To take advantage of this concession, it is necessary to:
- Request the pass and pay the €10 contribution fee.
- Display the permit on the vehicle's dashboard.
- Indicate the arrival time using a parking disc, in compliance with the time limits specified by the signage.
Individuals who own electric cars and are residents or have a workplace in the Municipality of La Spezia are entitled to receive the pass. The pass can also be obtained by legal entities or organizations that own electric cars and have an operational headquarters in the Municipality of La Spezia.
Frequently asked questions about blue parking zones in La Spezia
How much do blue parking zones cost in La Spezia?
How much do blue parking zones cost in La Spezia?
The cost of blue parking stripes in La Spezia varies according to the parking zone. In the red zone the price is €1.50 per hour, while in the yellow zone it's €1.00 per hour. There are also rotation areas with specific rates, such as Piazza Beverini, Piazza Chiodo, Viale Garibaldi and Piazza Cavour.
What are the blue parking zone hours in La Spezia?
What are the blue parking zone hours in La Spezia?
The blue parking zones in La Spezia are generally active from Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM and on Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. In rotation areas, they are also active on Saturday afternoons. On Sundays and public holidays, parking is generally free, unless otherwise indicated by signage.
How do you pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia?
How do you pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia?
Parking on blue lines in La Spezia can be paid through parking meters located in the parking areas, with Gratta & Sosta tickets available at authorized retailers, or via the Telepass app, which allows you to start and stop parking directly from your smartphone and pay only for the actual time used.
Can I pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia with Telepass?
Can I pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia with Telepass?
Yes, in enabled areas it is possible to pay for blue parking spaces in La Spezia also with the Telepass app. The app allows you to start and stop parking from your smartphone, pay only for the actual parking time, and manage everything digitally.
Who doesn't pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia?
Who doesn't pay for blue parking zones in La Spezia?
In La Spezia, certain categories can benefit from concessions or permits, such as residents, domiciled individuals, people with disabilities, doctors for urgent home visits, special categories, and Pink Pass holders. The conditions of use, requirements, and any costs for passes are managed by Mobpark.
Where are the main blue-striped parking areas in La Spezia?
Where are the main blue-striped parking areas in La Spezia?
The main blue-striped parking areas in La Spezia are located in the central and commercial zones, and near the main city services. Among the most affected areas are some rotation zones such as Viale Garibaldi, Via Persio, Piazza Chiodo, Piazza Beverini and Piazza Cavour.
Do electric cars pay for blue parking spaces in La Spezia?
Do electric cars pay for blue parking spaces in La Spezia?
Fully and exclusively electric-powered vehicles can benefit from free parking in blue-striped zones, but only if they have the dedicated pass issued by Mobpark. It is also necessary to display the badge and indicate the arrival time with the parking disc, in compliance with the limits specified by the signage.
Pay for blue parking lines with the Telepass App
Thanks to the Blue Lines service, you can manage your vehicle parking directly from the app.
