THEthe rush for gifts, the constant travel to reach one place and another, the journey to reach family members and celebrate Christmas with them. December is, par excellence, the month of great frenzy, but this year will be put to the test by a calendar full of red dates dedicated to strikes. And so, between choosing a gift and a decoration, it is also necessary to think about how not to stay on the ground or on the tracks. Here you are the days most at risk, to mark on the calendar.
From the sky to the tracks, all the strikes of December
The first date to keep in mind for those traveling to the capital is on December 9th, when the 24-hour strike of Roman local public transport (buses, metro, trams and ATAC urban trains) called by the Unitary Workers Union, will block the city. Luckily, the warranty bands will be guaranteedwith essential services guaranteed until 8.30am and then in the late afternoon, between 5pm and 8pm.
The great mobilization of December 12, 2025
The the highlight of the protest calendar is certainly December 12tha day of general strike involving various sectors, but in particular the railway sector. If you were planning a train trip on this date, better prepare for possible cancellations and delays. The strike for the railway sector called by the CGIL will last from 00:01 to 21:00. It is important to know that even in this case there are minimum guaranteed services, so it is essential to consult the official websites of the companies, such as Trenitalia And Italianto check which convoys will be operational.
The anticipation of the holidays clashes with a busy agenda of strikes (Getty)
The “storm” in the skies: planes at risk on December 17th
If trains are in the spotlight on the 12th, the focus shifts to the airline industry on December 17tha date that risks being particularly complex for those who fly. There protest was confirmed to ask, in general, for greater attention to investments, renewal of contracts and compliance with pre-existing agreements. Several strikes are expectedgenerally lasting four hours, from 1pm to 5pm. The following will be involved:
- the staff of the Spanish airline Vueling
- ground staff of Air France and KLM (Netherlands airline)
- the workers of ITA Airways (Italy Air Transport)
- the staff of the handling companies (i.e. ground assistance services) associated with Assohandlers (the Italian Association of Ground Assistance and Refueling Companies) will cross their arms at the same time
Bands also guaranteed for those who fly
In general, for air traffic, ENAC provides for the so-called “guaranteed bands”7:00-10:00 and 18:00-21:00, in which flights must be insured. However, the advice is always to arrive at the airport after checking the status of your flight directly on the airline’s official channels.
What it takes to navigate the December strikes
In short, the month of December promises to be a complicated month to move around and where organization and information will be the best allies. If a trip is planned, checking updates carefully and having a plan B in your pocket can really make a difference. to fully experience the magic of the holidays without the stress of cancellations or delays.