Common questions

How long is the hike between Monterosso and Vernazza?

How long is the hike between Monterosso and Vernazza?

7,5 mile
The trail from Monterosso to Vernazza is said to be the hardest of the five trails that make out “The blue path” – a 7,5 mile long trail between the picturesque cities Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso on the Italian Riviera.

Can you walk between towns in Cinque Terre?

There is a 11 km trail (called the Blue Trail) connecting Riomaggiore to Monterosso al Mare. Some portions of the trail are very easy to walk, such as the paved section connecting Riomaggiore to Manarola, and other sections climb up and over hillsides with spectacular views along the coast.

How do you get to Vernazza viewpoint?

First Viewpoint of Vernazza To get to the first viewpoint, take the street to your left (facing away from the train station). You’ll find stairs, that you can see on the picture on the middle above (that’s the view from the top of the stairs). Follow these stairs, and follow the signs to “Sentiero Azzuro”.

How long is the hike from Corniglia to Vernazza?

2.1 mile
Sentiero Azzurro: Corniglia – Vernazza is a 2.1 mile heavily trafficked point-to-point trail located near Corniglia, Liguria, Italy that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Cinque Terre?

Can you drink the tap water? Answer: Yes, the tap water is safe to drink in Cinque Terre unless it says it’s not potable.

Which is the most beautiful village in Cinque Terre?

Manarola. With its multicoloured houses hidden high in the hills overlooking the sea, Manarola is one of the most charming villages of the Cinque Terre, and widely considered to be the most beautiful.

Is the blue path Cinque Terre open?

The main part of the trail is closed (approximately till: May 2024). Reason: Only small part is open from Manarola to small bar in the middle of the trail. The second part will not be open up to 2024.

Is Vernazza worth visiting?

If you have time to see only a few, Vernazza and Riomaggiore are the most photo-worthy and atmospheric and perhaps the best places to visit in the Cinque Terre.

How do you get to Cinque Terre Vernazza?

The best way to get to Vernazza is by taking the train from La Spezia or from Levanto. For more information about getting around in Cinque Terre read our article. From Vernazza you can head south to visit Corniglia or you can head north to visit Monterosso.

Which is the prettiest town in Cinque Terre?

Manarola
Manarola. With its multicoloured houses hidden high in the hills overlooking the sea, Manarola is one of the most charming villages of the Cinque Terre, and widely considered to be the most beautiful.

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Ruth Doyle