Description
Book SynopsisA guidebook to 16 walks in Italy’s Cinque Terre. Following age-old paths linking the UNESCO-listed settlements of this beautiful coastline, the routes involve moderate to steep ascents and therefore call for a reasonable level of fitness.
Walks range from 2 to 14km (1–8 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–5 hours. There are routes starting from all five of the main villages – Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore – and all are accessible by public transport.
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1:50,000 or 1:25,000 mapping included for each walk
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GPX files available for download
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Refreshment and public transport information provided
- Walks can be combined to create a 3–4 day trek across the Cinque Terre
- With notes on local history, plants and wildlife and cuisine
Table of ContentsMap key Overview Map INTRODUCTION Exploring the Cinque Terre Walking Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there and getting around Information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Maps Dos and don'ts Emergencies Using this guide Walks Walk 1 Levanto to Monterosso Walk 2 Monterosso via Colla di Gritta circuit Walk 3 Monterosso to Vernazza via the sanctuaries Walk 4 Monterosso to Vernazza on the SVA Walk 5 Vernazza to Corniglia on the SVA Walk 6 Corniglia via Cigoletta and San Bernardino to Vernazza Walk 7 Corniglia via Volastra to Manarola Walk 8 Manarola panoramic loop Walk 9 Manarola to Riomaggiore on Via Beccara Walk 10 Riomaggiore high circuit Walk 11 Riomaggiore low circuit Walk 12 Riomaggiore to Porto Venere Walk 13 Campiglia circuit via Monesteroli and Fossola Walk 14 Punta Persico Walk 15 Porto Venere and Monte Muzzerone Walk 16 Palmaria island circuit Appendix A Village maps Appendix B Route summary table Appendix C Useful information Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Accommodation
