by InTrieste
The city of Trieste marked a significant step in its urban infrastructure on Wednesday with the official opening of a new parking facility on Via Gioia. The lot, already operational for several weeks, was part of a €500,000 project aimed at easing congestion and improving accessibility to nearby commercial areas.
The facility, which offers 97 angled parking spots, including spaces for motorcycles, is equipped with video surveillance and lighting. City officials highlighted the strategic importance of the parking lot, particularly for future guests of a new hotel under development in Piazza Vittorio Veneto. The hotel and parking lot share the same investors, who are now planning to expand the structure to include an additional 2-4 floors, potentially adding 80 new parking spaces per floor.
However, the timeline for this expansion remains uncertain, according to Ivan Holler of PVV Parking. “It’s difficult to say when it will happen because we still need to reach agreements with the new owners of the Silos, the railway company, and the city administration,” Holler said in a statement.
The Silos area, a vast stretch of land currently undergoing environmental remediation, has attracted the attention of Trieste’s Mayor Roberto Dipiazza. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Dipiazza floated the idea of using the decommissioned zone for additional parking. He noted that the space, which spans several hectares, could provide thousands of parking spots if fully utilized.
“There are dozens of hectares available, and this could translate into thousands of parking spaces,” Dipiazza said. “We will, of course, build only what’s necessary, but we are in a good position to move forward. After September 30, we can start talks with the new owners of the Silos, as we have a good relationship with them.”
The Silos, long a neglected part of the city’s landscape, has become a focal point for redevelopment efforts in recent months. The mayor’s proposal to turn part of the area into parking aligns with broader plans to transform Trieste’s urban infrastructure, making it more accessible to both residents and tourists.
The parking lot’s proximity to the hotel is expected to attract visitors, adding a much-needed boost to the local economy. However, questions about the scale of the expansion and its potential impact on the surrounding community remain.
For now, Trieste continues to grapple with the balance between development and maintaining the city’s historical charm. But as Dipiazza’s administration looks toward future growth, parking — both for cars and opportunities — appears to be in ample supply.
