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Santa Margherita Ligure walks
From Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino
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10.41 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,342 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Santa Margherita Ligure (Genoa)
A footpath running alongside the road and the coastline, with a few sections shared with traffic where caution is advised.
On arrival in Portofino – a magnificent harbour and town well worth a visit – carry on to the lighthouse, which is of moderate interest, passing by a tower (entrance fee applies).
Return to Santa Margherita Ligure via roughly the same route and enjoy a very pleasant visit to the town (harbour and historic centre).
Camogli Portofino
7.43 mi
+2,927 ft
-2,992 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Camogli (Genoa)
This beautiful hike will allow you to discover the Portofino National Park (Ente Parco Naturale Portofino | Sito Ufficiale)
The hike starts at Camogli station and ends in the town of Portofino.
From Camogli to San Fruttuoso
3.89 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,601 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Camogli (Genoa)
A lovely walk from Canogli to San Fruttuoso. Please note, there are lots of steps, followed by a lovely stretch through the woods, ending with the descent to San Fruttuoso, where you can go for a swim and catch the boat back to Camogli.
Genoa sightseeing route departing from the cruise terminal
4.67 mi
+594 ft
-574 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Genoa
Old Genoa is a superb city that is an absolute must-see. It’s true that it’s easy to miss, as the motorway doesn’t pass through the city centre. However, if you’re on a cruise, the pier is located in the city centre, making it ideal for exploring on foot.
You won’t regret the 8.5 km (minimum) walk, as this city is brimming with treasures of beauty.
Forti di Genova
4.76 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,043 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Genoa
The forts of Genoa are a series of military fortifications dating from different periods that the Republic of Genoa built to defend the urban territory of the Ligurian capital throughout its history. The construction projects were also resumed and used during the Napoleonic era, the Risorgimento and during the First and Second World Wars.This defensive system represents the longest city walls in Europe and the second longest in the world.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!