In this video, I'm sharing everything you
need to know before you visit the Cinque Terre in Northern Italy: what to see, do and how
to get around! The smallest and oldest national park in Italy,
Cinque Terre is a stretch of Italian riviera coast line, made up of five villages. The UNESCO World Heritage Site isn't a place
full of tourists attractions, but one cherished for its natural beauty and charm. Cinque Terre, famous for its colorful coastal
village clusters and breathtaking paths along the cliffs, inhabits only about seven thousand
people. The five villages from north to south are
Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. The villages are close together, trains and
boats connect them. The Cinque Terre Express runs frequently between
la Spezia and Levanto and stops at each village. It only takes about five minutes from one
village to the next. Tickets cost five euros for a single journey
from one village to the other. The Cinque Terre train card is recommended
for unlimited travel between Levanto and La Spezia and also includes hikes. The card costs about 18 euros for a day, 33
for two and 47 euros for three days. To explore all the five villages thoroughly,
spend at least two to three days here. If you're short on time, Vernazza and Riomaggiore
are the most photo worthy. All five villages have their own personality
and defining features. Let's take a closer look! Monterosso al Mare: The largest village, Monterosso
is known for its lemon trees and anchovies. The town is split into two sections linked
by a short tunnel. The new town has a beach and seafront promenade. Monterosso is the only village with a sand
beach. On the other side of the tunnel is the old
town, where you'll find the church of San Giovanni Battista, small shops and narrow
streets to explore. Hey, quick break, if you like this video,
please subscribe! Vernazza is called the prettiest of the five
villages. Arriving by the train station, the way leads
you down to the harbor and a tiny beach. The little cafes invite you to stop and enjoy
the scenery. The Vernazza viewpoint is a popular spot to
gaze upon the pastel colored homes Corniglia is the most quiet and smallest village
of the five. It stands more than 182 meters above the sea
and therefore is the only village that has no direct sea access or harbor. From the train station 300 plus steps, known
as Lardarina, lead you up to the village. Once at the top, the church of San Pietro
overlooks the village. Walking further to a sea facing terrace, you
can see all the five villages at once. Manarola. Manarola has no traditional beach, but there's
a beautiful harbor, surrounded by cliffs to jump from. It's a popular place on hot days and only
takes about three minutes to walk down from the train station. In Manarola, you'll once again be captivated
by the picturesque multicolored houses facing the sea. My friend and I walked from Riomaggiore to
Manarola. Although it isn't a traditional hiking trail,
you'll still get some spectacular views. There are many other amazing trails to hike,
but note that the Via dell'Amore from Riomaggiore to Manarola is closed right now. It is scheduled to reopen in 2023. Riomaggiore. Riomaggiore is known for its brightly colored
houses set around the harbor. Near the harbor, you can also rent boats or
kayaks. In the marina, you can dive into the sea - although
originally prohibited - and enjoy the sunset on the rocks. To reach Riomaggiore Beach, take the short
trail that leads past the harbor. When swimming or snorkeling in the clear water,
you can see the railway tunnel. Riomaggiore is probably my favorite of the
five and the one we stayed at. We had a really really nice apartment, I'll
link that down below if you want to check it out. Before visiting, brace yourself for plenty
of hills though! Swiss: Hey do hinge! Woohoo! Ciao Amore! Comes tai? Va bene! I hope this video gave you some insights about
the beautiful Cinque Terre. If you've ever been here, let me know what
you enjoy the most and if you have any questions, drop them below!
