{"id":10139,"date":"2021-07-22T12:43:57","date_gmt":"2021-07-22T10:43:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/?p=10139"},"modified":"2026-03-11T16:36:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:36:09","slug":"activities-in-cinque-terre-my-top-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/blog\/activities-in-cinque-terre-my-top-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Activities in Cinque Terre: my top 5"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to see and do in the Cinque Terre<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nWhat is there to see in the Cinque Terre? What is there to do in the Cinque Terre? In this article, we will retrace the path we took in \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/blog\/portofino-italy-virtual-tour\/\">What to see in Portofino<\/a>\u201c, answering those two questions that are most often asked by people intending to organise a holiday here or who are looking for advice.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nHere are my personal suggestions: <strong>what I would do if I were on holiday in the Cinque Terre!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-10112\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_132414.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Typical \u201ccaruggi\u201d or alleyways in the Cinque Terre<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to see in the Cinque Terre: the National Park<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nWe are in <strong>Liguria<\/strong>, almost bordering Tuscany, and around 70 km East of Genoa and 10 km West of La Spezia are the <strong>Cinque Terre<\/strong>. Five jewels, from West to East:<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monterosso<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vernazza<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corniglia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manarola<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Riomaggiore<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nCenturies\u2019 old dry stone walls, historical vineyards and olive groves, hilltop villages that are UNESCO heritage sites, boundless woods of holm oaks, abbeys, castles, medieval towers and incredible biodiversity both above and below the sea\u2019s surface: for all these reasons and much more,\u00a0 the \u201cParco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre\u201d was established back in 1999. <strong>Created for the Park\u2019s sustainable enjoyment, protection, education and beauty<\/strong>: this is the sense and aim of this sort of institution and with this philosophy in mind, I will explore deeper.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-10113\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20190122_125534.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>The Cinque Terre seen from Monterosso<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cinque Terre: how to get there<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nThere are two alternatives:<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>arriving at the Cinque Terre by <strong>train<\/strong>: an extremely easy solution and ideal for reaching this area. The Cinque Terre are very well served by train services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>arriving at the Cinque Terre<strong> by sea<\/strong> (on a ferry)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>from La Spezia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>from the Tigullio Gulf (Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino, Rapallo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>from Camogli<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>from Genova<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nThe third option would be by car, but I would advise against it completely! It takes longer, the roads are pretty challenging and parking spaces are rarer than hen\u2019s teeth. Plus, often it just isn\u2019t possible to reach points of interest by car, with the only exception being the \u201cCosta di Tramonti\u201d or Sunset Coast (reachable from La Spezia).<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to see in the Cinque Terre:<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1: Grottoes and waterfalls between Monterosso and Vernazza (by Kayak)<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nThe canoe is the ideal means of transport for visiting the rocky coast between <a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/cinque-terre-eng\/\">Monterosso <\/a>and Vernazza. It allows you to enter the numerous grottoes and explore every tiny, charming bay that you chance upon. An absolute must is a stop at the waterfall known as the Cascata dell\u2019Acqua Pendente: it\u2019s a perfect place for a break and (if it\u2019s sweltering) an invigorating shower. <a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/cinque-terre-kayak-paddle-board-best-spots\/\">More details in this article.<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-10115\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/27187477326_d70f8e29fa_o.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Kayaking off Vernazza<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2: Seeing the panoramas from above (by e-bike along the Sp 51)<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nA cycle ride (why not pedal-assisted?) through the Cinque Terre\u2019s landscape is an extremely pleasant way to stock up on breathtaking views and take some truly memorable photos. Don\u2019t miss out on a stop at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.soviore5terre.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Soviore Sanctuary<\/a>. If you have a little more time available, it\u2019s certainly worth exploring further inland (Val di Vara, Varese Ligure, etc). If you don\u2019t have an e-bike, don\u2019t despair: <a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/bike-ebike-rental\/\">we can help you<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\n<strong>NB<\/strong>: You can even bring your bike on the train. Suggested route: Monterosso \u2013 La Spezia (with a deviation to Portovenere).<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" class=\"wp-image-10116\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-1024x574.jpeg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-1024x574.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-600x336.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-300x168.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-768x430.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15-1536x861.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Schermata-2021-04-23-alle-08.44.15.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>The waters of the Cinque Terre, seen from above<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Vineyards overlooking the sea (Riomaggiore)<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nThere are many different ones to visit, but our favourite is Possa (<a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/blog\/the-cinque-terre-italy-3-activities-in-nature\/\">we talk about it here<\/a>). Heroic and natural agriculture overlooking the sea in Riomaggiore!<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The Sunset Coast, Monesteroli and the natural pools at Punta Pineda<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nHere we are just outside of the Cinque Terre and these places are not so well-known, but they have absolutely nothing to envy their famous counterparts: quite the contrary. Between Riomaggiore and Portovenere (and Palmaria Island,<a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/en\/blog\/the-cinque-terre-italy-3-activities-in-nature\/\"> which we talk about here)<\/a> there is a stretch of coast that feels almost wild, full of magical places (Punta Pineda and Monesteroli just to mention a few) and spectacular trails (like the one from Schiara to Monesteroli).<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"742\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-1024x742.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-1024x742.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-600x435.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-768x556.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409-1536x1113.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20180915_140409.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The coast between Portovenere and Riomaggiore, seen from Tino<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nA symbol of this stretch of coast is the <strong>Scoglio Ferale (the \u201cferal rock\u201d) <\/strong>(which can be seen in Pixar\u2019s \u201cLuca\u201d, set exactly here in these waters).<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Trekking from Corniglia-Volastra-Manarola<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nTrekking is certainly a great way to immerse yourself in nature and discover the marvels of the Cinque Terre. There are many different itineraries, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinqueterrehike.com\/en\/trail-manarola-volastra-corniglia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this route <\/a>is one of the more complete ones.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n\n\nA tip: start your hike in Corniglia, you will cut out part of the uphill walk!<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/outdoorportofino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_0529.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Along the trails in the Parco delle Cinque Terre<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What to see and do in the Cinque Terre What is there to see in the Cinque Terre? 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