Cinque Terre, Italy Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore

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We're traveling along the coast of Italy on the Mediterranean shores to Cinque Terre, visitng all five towns in this complete travel video:
Monterosso 1:17 , Vernazza 7:38 , Corneglia 17:09 , Manarola 19:14 , Riomaggiore 22:20
MONTEROSSO: Were starting out and Monterosso and then we're going to show you all five of these little villages visiting one of the most scenic parts of Italy, Cinque Terre, the five villages that run along the coastline of the Italian Riviera. Monterosso on the north end of the chain is largest of the five hamlets and makes a good home base because it has 20 hotels, the only sandy beach, excellent restaurants, and the start of the hiking trail. It is also the only one in which long-distance trains stop, so it is easy to reach by rail service from throughout Europe.
VERNAZZA: The next destination down the coast is Vernazza, which you could reach in 5 minutes by train, 10 minutes by boat, or 90 minutes walking. We take the boat. Vernazza may be the most beautiful of all, set perfectly in a tiny valley on the edge of the sea, with colorful homes built one on top of the next and framed by a couple of churches and towers. It’s a little bigger than Corniglia and Manarola, and yet it is still very, very small - so small that you could walk from one end to the other in about 10 minutes, but you’ll want to slow down and get into the local pace. There’s no rush here. Locals are just hanging out. They are enjoying life as much as the visitors do. The buildings have been standing for many centuries and they’re not going anywhere, so take your time, explore the little side alleys, and yes, there are going to be staircases. After all, these are hill-towns, so there are hardly any flat, level surfaces here, but it’s easy enough. We show one special viewpoint you reach with a short walk up the steps that makes the entire journey worthwhile, as you stand on a ledge looking straight down into the pastel-colored village wrapped around its tiny harbor.
CORNIGLIA: Corniglia is unique among these five villages because it's up on the hill. It has no direct access to the water, so this is a hilltop village, one of the oldest, perhaps the oldest of all of them. You can arrive by train in 5 minutes from Vernazza, then walk up the stairs to reach the village. This little speck of a town is worth seeing becaumse it is the smallest and most isolated, and perhaps the oldest. Yes, there are going to be more stairs -- but just a little bit of climbing will get you around. The main “street” is only a few feet wide. And it seems there are more locals than tourists out and about. You will soon come to the tiny main square of Corniglia, which is about 10 yards by 20 yards in dimension but big enough to hold some tables and host picnic lunches for intrepid hikers. From this lofty perch you can see down the coast to the next destination, Manarola.
MANAROLA: Arriving by boat, we see how Manarola spills down the hill to the waterfront, its houses packed solidly together in the typical pattern of the region, with terraced hillsides for the grapes up above. They don’t have a beach but there is a boat ramp carved into the stone, the most popular spot around for it functions like a beach, packed with sunbathers. The ramp leads to a cove with good swimming, further protected by a stone jetty, and ladders to help people get in and out of the water. There’s no room to put the boats in the water so they are stored up on dry land, on a ramp and along the main street as well. There are quite a few local residents who like to hang out, sit on the bench, chat with their friends and do some people-watching. Tourists love to look at the locals, and locals equally enjoy looking back at the tourists. You could pick up picnic supplies or sit in one of the many terrace restaurants here. It’s a small place but there is a nice selection of pizzerias and take-out food or of course, the ever-present pasta.
RIOMAGGIORE Regular ferry service connects each of the villages, and from Manarola it is just a 10-minute cruise to Riomaggiore, the last of the five. It’s a nice ride with splendid views of the coastal cliffs and hills above, and the blue sea all around. Enchanting, charming Riomaggiore is the grand climax to our survey of Cinque Terre. Here too you see that familiar pattern -- the houses tumbling down the cliffs to the water’s edge and a main pedestrian street rising up from the tiny cove, surrounded by terraced homes covering the hillside, rising high. It’s a surprising mix of urban high density in the midst of a tranquil, rural setting. It is very quiet when you walk down the little side streets, especially in the off-season, which is highly recommended. Cinque Terre, Italy, Manarollo, Monterosso, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Corniglia, Italian Riviera.

[@korenng5553]

Thanks for a fantastic tour...worth the trip indeed.

[@denniscallan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ericduffield524]

Probably The Best video I have watched on the Cinque Terre! I have a notebook on the area, as it is on my "bucket list" to travel to. You helped fill-in many questions I had. Thank You 😊

[@denniscallan]

So glad I could help. You will love it there.

[@shubhashismishra2694]

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[@woodberryzz]

I agree.

[@leifblom652]

tack dennis härlight för en gammal gubbe att få resa i dina videos the wiking

[@GoodSoul2050]

Hi Denis ... hope you are ok and safe from corona virus ....... thanks for sharing all videos and I pray for your good health 🙏

[@yollybenas8457]

Wow that's so beautiful places and the views have a wonderful day

[@galynamelnyk4801]

It’s soooo beautiful!! Have in plan to visit this summer! Thank for interesting tour ☺️

[@Unclep009]

Hi Galena, hope to see you soon

[@galynamelnyk4801]

I hope tooo ☺️

[@Unclep009]

@@galynamelnyk4801 I think we gonna be good friends and i'm gonna take you around the town

[@shubhashismishra2694]

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[@mata3828]

Thank you very much for your most informative video on Cinque Terre. My wife and I are also making a 2 days trip to the region in early October'22. Your tips on how to get around, directions and vantage points for the postcard views are much appreciated. I will certainly be watching your videos on the rest of Italy.

[@zemanovajana5122]

I like your commentary (if its crowdy, don´t complain, you are part of the crowd too!) Being a tourist guide I am going there in two weeks with a group from Prague and your video is just perfect! Thanks a lot

[@peterplantec7911]

Nicely done. I spent a week there…enchanting.

[@debbiecalvino422]

Thank you Dennis for awesome descriptive video !

[@josephcarbonara5442]

Bravo 💚🤍❤️ Absolutely great job of explaining the little walkway in the towns and love the map 🙌

[@denniscallan]

Thank you so much 😁

[@ayeshasheikh9837]

Thank you for this beautiful tour when we are stuck at home due to COVID-19 pandemic!

[@woodberryzz]

The best video about Cinque terre!Thank you for your work 👏

[@denniscallan]

So nice of you

[@nayabnasir5367]

Beautiful, Beautiful & Beautiful.

[@itsmetaran]

How refreshing these villages look and feel! Love them all - thanks!

[@stevenh766]

We're on our way there in a few weeks and this was very helpful for planning out an itinerary. Thank you!

[@carolynmacinnis4008]

I really enjoy all your tours. You take the time to look around and into Windows and the camera is steady. I watch them while I walk on the treadmill. It makes the time pass faster. I live in a cold climate so I enjoy the entertainment while walking on the treadmill instead of going outside for a walk--no ice to slip on either.

[@denniscallan]

Hi Carolyn, I'm so glad you like them. A lot of my shooting is done with a steadicam, or gimbal, to make that smooth walking shot ideal for treadmilling! I also watch TV on my treadmill daily. I've got 1,000 shows to keep you busy.

[@shubhashismishra2694]

Hi

[@shubhashismishra2694]

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[@gaceqkos]

Vernazza is so beautiful. Few yers back, we visited Cinque Terre and we met Polish priest who was in that parish of Vernazza

[@shubhashismishra2694]

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[@chongjumiller6788]

we were there in May 2017 and beautiful place to visit!!! It is very sad what is going on with Corona-19 right now and all of the world!!

[@YellowProductions]

Great view into these quaint towns Dennis!

[@maria-yr4jq]

Woww, this is amazing tour, I have seen your old video of cinque Terre many many times, liked and subscribed!

[@aslammasthan84]

Beautiful....I am speechless 😍🤩❤❤👌👌👍👍

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Nice work, again, on a wonderful region of Italy. My LEGS disagree, while my LUNGS do agree with you about stress levels going up and coming back down. Downhill, my less-used upper thigh muscles get 'vibratory.''

[@mustgofaster6545]

Great video and commentary

[@denniscallan]

Much appreciated

[@marisemoraes1010]

Is beautiful!! Tank you ❤️🌹

[@tohcss]

thanks for the video. feel that i am there already

[@wanderplanet]

It is my bucket list to go to Cinque Terre!🤩 It's even more eager to watch your video. I just want peace to come back to Earth soon!😥

[@hdwoodshop]

Great video. Really informative since I’m researching to go.

[@madamlakwatsera5674]

Thanks a lot Dennis!

[@nanaymaduro]

I've been there. The beach in Monterosso is spectacular!

[@shubhashismishra2694]

Hi my love❤❤

[@lotusssypringa]

I loved this video! Thank you for making it

[@ivetaslamkova5135]

Moje milovane miesto 🌞

[@marctorasi8944]

Beautiful places ( from a neighbor citizen of Nice-France)

[@lifeinfrenchriviera2332]

So romantic place, great place for honeymoon!

[@madamlakwatsera5674]

Nice! Thanks!

[@aleximyhoney5748]

Great video!

[@CityWalks]

Such a special place with some of the most incredible views. Has the trail been repaired yet? The boat ride looks like a great way to get around. -Henry

[@wingtungng168]

Haha I am the first audience.🤗🤗🤗 May I know which camera you used. The view is so clear.

[@denniscallan]

Most of it was photographed with an iPhone 10, in 4K, wonderful picture.

[@yaelrozenthal9498]

💖💖💖💖💖

[@bhellehernandez7739]

Hi! Thank you for this, great video and a lot of helpful informations.. We are going in August, just want to check how much the cost for the boat tour?

[@denniscallan]

I'm glad you like it. See the boat website for latest pricing and schedules www.navigazionegolfodeipoeti.it/ Also my website has more info about CT townsofeurope.com/Italy/north-riviera/Cinque-terre-intro.html

[@AodhanP]

When was this filmed?

[@laaaah4577]

What month did you go? Was it busy?

[@maximme]

tragically these small towns depend on tourist for 90% of their economy yet they cant be bothered with signages....

[@maryjanedailey1395]

Are there any bike trails?

[@magnogarcia2683]

GREAT VIDEO. TRULY ENJOYED BUT I HAVE A QUESTION. HOW MUCH TIME THE BOAT ALLOWS YOU TO STAY IN EVERY TOWN?

[@denniscallan]

the boat just drops you off and departs. Other boats come about every hour, so stay as long as you want, then catch another boat. Or better yet, just buy a one-way boat ticket, Monterosso to Riomaggiore, which provides the entire route and views, then return to each village by train, offering much more frequent service and less crowded.

[@magnogarcia2683]

@@denniscallan THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@anrn5303]

the monteroso beach is pebbly not sandy... :) have been there twice before third time will be Summer 2021!

[@josedearimatea7889]

Si se trata de caminar y caminar, prefiero hacer la ruta de peregrinación a Santiago de Compostela

[@2880daniel]

Hi,how much is the 1 day boat ride and the train ticket. Many thanks in advance.

[@denniscallan]

for the latest info, check with rome2rio.com

[@SunriseFireberry]

The timing of this vid can in a sense be seen as in not so great taste. I like Italy and it is sad to see it hurting as it is with the virus hitting this country as hard as it is. The border is closed and thus these attractive places get no visitors. Hopefully Italy'll emerge from the darkness of this viral scourge asap.

[@ViajeniBree]

This is the reason why I don't want to post m previous travel backlogs. I habe a lot from Italy as well. Hopefully when the virus is gone and Italy have recovered, we can share once again how beautiful this country is ♡

[@LysergikFuneral]

I see it in quite the opposite way. When Italy (and the rest of the world) is safe and we can travel, they will need a lot of business. It shows how beautiful the area is and you can imagine how an area that survives mostly on tourism will struggle with the quarantine (after winter too). These videos only make me more excited to go as soon as I can.

[@lydiadipiramo5238]

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[@frawldog]

🇮🇹 👎

[@denisecervantes9879]

why thumbs down?

[@SLSanders1]

Great video!!!