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Monte Santa Croce walks
Monterosso to Vernazza via Madonna di Soviore, Madonna di Reggio and Monte Santa Croce
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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.
Walks near Monte Santa Croce
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
