Vernazza walks

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

A very beautiful stage, more challenging and less crowded at the entrance to the Cinque Terre, with beautiful views of the sea.

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.

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.