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Vernazza to Monterosso Trail
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Il sentiero di Vernazza Monterosso
vernazza to monterosso 3Km a.approx. 2 miles
hiking:
Challenging
Due to its narrow winding paths flanked by a drop on one side and steep ascent/descent along an unpaved rocky wavy, the Vernazza-Monterosso hike is one of the toughest hikes in Cinque Terre.
About this trail
Due to its narrow winding paths flanked by a drop on one side and steep ascent/descent along an unpaved rocky wavy, the Vernazza-Monterosso hike is one of the toughest hikes in Cinque Terre.
This 2-hour walk is a daunting journey along the northernmost trail of this region. Nevertheless, adventurers who are up for the challenge go up the hike in droves.
If you are attempting the trail, do make sure you have loads of water, a good pair of hiking shoes, and walking sticks with you before starting out.
Hikers on this route are handsomely rewarded with a spectacular variety of vegetation along the way, and Vernazza’s winding alleyways and a panoramic view of almost all of Cinque Terre’s villages make this taxing trail worth the trouble.ZOOM: Vernazza to Monterosso TrailDRAW: Vernazza to Monterosso TrailDRAW: Vernazza to Monterosso TrailZOOM: Corniglia to Manarola Trail UNDRAW: Corniglia to Manarola Trail
Corniglia to Manarola Trail
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Il sentiero di Corniglia Manarola
corniglia to volastra 5.5Km a.approx. 3.4 miles
hiking:
Stair-climbing req.
The trail 7a from Corniglia to Manarola via the sleepy little town of Volastra is better known as “Porcina”. The beginning of the trail is tough thanks to a steep path of ascending steps.
About this trail
The beginning of the trail is tough thanks to a steep path of ascending steps, and it is this very part of the hike that has it famed for being relatively difficult. However, once you’re through the toughest part of the journey, a panoramic view of Corniglia greets you at multiple points along the way before you reach the Sanctuary of Volastra flanked by wine growing stone terraces. From there, a 30-minute hike via the small village of Groppo takes you towards the square which houses the beautiful church of San Lorenzo. A breathtaking panoramic view of Manarola from here is the perfect ending to this hike.ZOOM: Corniglia to Manarola TrailDRAW: Corniglia to Manarola TrailDRAW: Corniglia to Manarola TrailZOOM: Riomaggiore to Manarola Trail UNDRAW: Riomaggiore to Manarola Trail
Riomaggiore to Manarola Trail
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Via dell’Amore
manarola to riomaggiore 1Km a.approx. 0.6 miles
hiking:
Easy
A 20 minute route from Riomaggiore to Manarola, the Via dell’Amore or ‘the Way of Love’ is a beautiful hiking trail along the coastline.
About this trail
This twenty-minute romantic stroll along a flat, well-paved trail is undoubtedly the easiest of the Cinque Terre walking trails.
The romantic atmosphere of the rock-cut trail is attributed to a concoction of interlocked hearts over the entrance gate, lover sculptures, benches along the way and a little tunnel with ‘love graffiti’ on the walls towards the end.ZOOM: Riomaggiore to Manarola TrailDRAW: Riomaggiore to Manarola TrailDRAW: Riomaggiore to Manarola TrailZOOM: Riomaggiore Ring Trail UNDRAW: Riomaggiore Ring Trail
Riomaggiore Ring Trail
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L'anello Riomaggiore
riomaggiore to riomaggiore 3.5Km a.approx. 2.2 miles
hiking:
Easy
The Riomaggiore Ring Trail comes about a full circle from Riomaggiore to Riomaggiore. This is one of the simplest hikes, even for novice hikers.
About this trail
Although the hike can be undertaken in both clockwise and anticlockwise direction, it is advised to take the way up from the village parking and head in a clockwise direction towards the XI century parish church—the Sanctuary of Montenero. The church offers a spectacular display of beautiful offerings under an ornate ceiling. You also get to enjoy a breathtaking view of the sea coast from Montenero before you take the short trail down to Riomaggiore via a multitude of steps.
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Blue Path Trail
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Sentiero Azzurro
monterosso to riomaggiore 12Km a.approx. 7.5 miles
hiking:
Moderate
The “Sentiero Azzurro” or the Blue Path Trail, spanning the length of all five villages, is the longest and the most renowned trails in the Cinque Terre.
About this trail
The Blue Path Trail provides hikers with enough room to savor the trail as well as take in the rich heritage of the villages along the path.
You can head from Monterosso to Riomaggiore down south or the other way round, up north; however, first time hikers are recommended to commence from Riomaggiore and further move up so that they can choose to skip paths and hop onto trains as the difficulty level increases.
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Cinque Terre Passenger Train
riomaggiore to monterosso 000Km a.approx. 000 miles
A stunning passenger train ride awaits your return journey across the beautiful coastline.
About this trail
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