TRAIL
Vernazza to Monterosso
Moderate
SVA2 / Blue Trail
3.3 km / 2.1 miles
1-1.5 hours max
175 meters / 574 feet
VERNAZZA – MONTEROSSO
The famous 2 hour stretch along the coast, with a fair amount of stairs.
What you need:
- Cinque Terre card (link)
Suggestions:
- This is a popular trail, (and can get narrow) so in the summer months, start early. The trails do not close.
- Bring water, wear correct footwear and sunscreen.
Trailhead if you start from Vernazza:
Going down the main street in Vernazza, you’ll see the pharmacy (green cross) on your left. The trail starts from the staircase DIRECTLY ACROSS THE PHARMACY, on the right hand side.
Trailhead if you start from Monterosso:
Coming out of the train station in Monterosso, looking at the sea, go left towards the historical center. Go through the tunnel and take the road on the right, towards Hotel Porta Roca. Right before the hotel, you’ll see a staircase going down on the right, indicated “Vernazza ”.
Cinque Terre
Trails
Lace up your shoes and explore the famous hiking trails that connect the fabulous five. Warning: magnificent views.
RIOMAGGIORE – MANAROLA
EasySVA1900 m / 0.6 miles15 minutes
MANAROLA – CORNIGLIA
Medium506, 586, 5875.8 km / 3.6 milesA little over 2 hours
CORNIGLIA – VERNAZZA
ModerateSVA2 / Blue Trail3.2 km / 2 miles1–1.5 hours max
RIOMAGGIORE LOOP
(VIA THE SANTUARIO)
Moderate–High5933.5 km / 2.2 milesAbout 1.5 hours
LEVANTO – BONASSOLA
Easy2.5 km / 1.6 miles30 minSea level
LEVANTO – MONTEROSSO
Moderate–Difficult8 km / 4.9 miles2.5–3 hours400 m