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Circular route via degli Abati from Borgo Val di Taro
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16.26 mi
+3,698 ft
-3,684 ft
10h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Borgo Val di Taro (Parma)
A route that allows you to appreciate the diversity of the forests and landscape. Through chestnut groves, beech woods and coniferous forests. Rivers. A ridge walk. Stunning, especially in autumn when the leaves change colour.
Lago Santo
2.74 mi
+974 ft
-945 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Corniglio (Parma)
A beautiful hike. The relatively steep climb is rewarded with a view of this lake.
Note: if you want to hike all the way around the lake (to the left), you will have to cross a scree slope. If you prefer a more leisurely pace, you can hike to the right to the mountain hut.
From Bettola to Rossoreggio
2.55 mi
+1,109 ft
-39 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bettola (Piacenza)
Walk from Bettola to Rossoregio through the woods.
The climb up to Selva is a bit tough and exposed to the sun.
But after that, it climbs gently and quietly through the woods.
You arrive at a plateau and then descend to Rossoregio, a picturesque little village.
Moneglia - Bonassola
8.63 mi
+3,028 ft
-2,936 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Moneglia (Genoa)
Hike involving 5–6 hours of walking. The hike starts on foot towards Deiva Marina beach. It continues with a steep climb to reach a promontory and then descends to Bonassola. Afterwards, a 1½-hour hike to Levanto is optional. From Bonassola (15 minutes) or Levanto (18 minutes), you must take the train to return to Moneglia.
Framura – Bonassola – Sella dei Bagari – Levanto
10.23 mi
+3,320 ft
-3,337 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Framura (La Spezia)
A very lovely walk overall, ideal for getting off the heavily touristed trails of the Cinque Terre.
The route starts in Framura; it’s magnificent as far as Bonassola, but less interesting on the way to Levanto.
Sant Antonio from Colle di Gritta
3.83 mi
+705 ft
-1,762 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Levanto (La Spezia)
An original approach to this beautiful peak west of Monterosso. Here, we follow a wide circular ridge path passing via Monte Negro (444 m) and Monte Focone (486 m). The views are spectacular on both the northern side (Levanto) and the southern side (Monterosso). The Verde Azzurro path is only used for the return journey.
Cinque Terre - Levanto to Monterosso
4.16 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,247 ft
3h 00
Difficult
Departure from Levanto (La Spezia)
Trail in the Cinque Terre region from Levanto to Monterosso, the first village in the Cinque Terre (near Genoa and Pisa in Italy), following the SVA trail closest to the coast.
Levanto is one of the best places to visit the five villages by train and go hiking.
This allows you to walk from Levanto to Monterosso without taking the train at the start. Return by train.
Monterosso al Mare - Vernazza - Corniglia
5.29 mi
+2,192 ft
-2,159 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Monterosso al Mare (La Spezia)
Enjoy the best views of the Cinque Terre villages from the hiking trails. Between the sea and the mountains, in the heart of the vineyards, the beauty of these landscapes is well worth the effort!
Monterosso to Vernazza via Madonna di Soviore, Madonna di Reggio and Monte Santa Croce
5.94 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,146 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Monterosso al Mare (La Spezia)
Hike starting from Monterosso al Mare, exploring the local heritage and offering beautiful views of the hinterland and the coast. From the village’s railway station, cross through the old part of the village, passing beneath the Aurora Tower, then climb up to the important 10th-century sanctuary of the Madonna di Soviore; follow the ridge path via Monte Santa Croce before a pleasant and fairly easy descent to Vernazza via the 13th-century Madonna di Reggio.
ITALY 142 DAY 4 MONEGLIA - MONTEROSSO - MANAROLA - MONEGLIA
7.88 mi
+3,064 ft
-2,913 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Monterosso al Mare (La Spezia)
This is the Cinque Terre hike, offering breathtaking scenery: the Mediterranean, pastel-coloured buildings, hills covered in terraced vineyards... Overnight stay in Moneglia, with breakfast.
From Monterosso to Vernazza
2.63 mi
+1,030 ft
-981 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Monterosso al Mare (La Spezia)
This is one of the most beautiful trails on the Cinque Terre coast. Passing through vineyards and forests with Mediterranean vegetation, it offers magnificent views at every turn with the sea as a backdrop. Fairly easy despite a steep climb at the start, it allows you to soak up the atmosphere of the Cinque Terre!
(!) User comment 30-09-2025: there is a charge for the trail or it is included in the train ticket
Vernazza – Corniglia via San Bernardino and return via the coastal path
6.48 mi
+2,995 ft
-2,972 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Vernazza (La Spezia)
A beautiful walk offering a wide variety of landscapes between the coast and the ridges, passing through terraced farmland. Starting from Vernazza, the walk passes through San Bernardino before reaching the ridge at Sella della Cigoletta, then descends to Corniglia, the only village in the Cinque Terre not overlooking the sea. After visiting this unique village, the return to Vernazza follows the magnificent coastal path (SVA).
From Corniglia to Riomaggiore via Manarola in the Cinque Terre
5.93 mi
+2,648 ft
-2,644 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Vernazza (La Spezia)
Enjoy the best views of the Cinque Terre villages from the hiking trails.
Between the sea and the mountains, in the heart of the vineyards, the beauty of these landscapes is well worth the effort.
In Cinque Terre: from Corniglia to Vernazza
3.09 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,132 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vernazza (La Spezia)
This trail offers spectacular views of Corniglia and Vernazza, as well as San Bernardino at the top of the hill.
If you decide to take this trail, you are guaranteed picturesque views. You will pass through olive groves, vineyards and Mediterranean scrub. There is a panoramic viewpoint over the famous village and its medieval tower from the trail near Vernazza.
Moderator's note : paid hike, see reviews.
Through hills and vineyards on the way to Torrechiara Castle
3.89 mi
+676 ft
-676 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Langhirano (Parma)
Discover Torrechiarra Castle from different angles whilst passing through picturesque hilltop villages and the typical landscapes of cereal fields and vineyards in the Emilia-Romagna region.
From Manarola to Riomaggiore via the inland route
2.74 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,325 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Riomaggiore (La Spezia)
Access to Riomaggiore is via inland and less frequented paths. Depart from the church in Manarola and arrive at the castle in Riomaggiore by following marked paths through vineyards and groves.
Manarola discovery circular
1.01 mi
+417 ft
-394 ft
0h 50
Moderate
Departure from Riomaggiore (La Spezia)
The essentials of Manarola, with a circular that overlooks the most beautiful of the Cinque Terre villages. Breathtaking views of the village and the harbour await you, as do the most traditional images of the narrow streets.
From Riomaggore to Manarola
0.76 mi
+633 ft
-541 ft
0h 55
Difficult
Departure from Riomaggiore (La Spezia)
A surprising hike that avoids the Azzuro trail, which is currently closed between these two villages. Very strenuous, as it goes from a steep climb to a dizzying descent. If you're afraid of stairs, don't attempt it!
Santuario di Nostra Signora di Montenero to Monte Della Madonna
2.56 mi
+768 ft
-866 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Riomaggiore (La Spezia)
This route takes you from Santuario di Nostra Signora di Montenero to Monte Della Madonna, over Monte Dei Fraschi, and back towards the road via Toretto. I stopped at Monte Della Madonna for a well deserved lunch break.
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