In 1997 Cinque Terre were awarded with the title of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and are now National Park and Marine Protected Area.
A unique environment that develops along a narrow strip of coast embedded in the mountainous ridges sloping on the sea. Kilometres of the characteristic dry-stone walls built to create terraces for the cultivation of grape wines, medieval villages, sanctuaries, panoramic footpaths; this is the enchanted setting of the “Cinque Terre” whose centuries-old isolation has helped to create a unique place of unspoilt beauty.
Starting from the Hotel (west to east) here are the Cinque Terre.
MONTEROSSO
Monterosso is the largest of the Cinque Terre villages; the medieval part with its beautiful tower-houses has partially remained intact.
The historical origin of this village goes back to the time when the populations, escaping from the barbarian invasions, settled on the sea.
A thick vegetation of olive trees and vineyards surround the town of and the beach is the largest in the area.
DISTANCE FROM THE HOTEL: 68Km approx.
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VERNAZZA
Founded around the year 1000, thanks to the small natural port – unique in the Cinque Terre – it is the town that better preserves the appearance of a seaside village.
Like Riomaggiore, Vernazza also develops along a small river that is now covered. Steep and very narrow paths descend towards the main road, which leads to the square in front of the marina.
The presence of valuable architectural elements, such as loggias, arcades and portals testifies the former higher living standard of Vernazza if compared to the other villages.
DISTANCE FROM THE HOTEL: 78Km approx.
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CORNIGLIA
Being located on the top of a promontory about ninety meters high, this village is the only one not directly overlooking the sea.
In order to reach the little town you have to step up the so called “lardarina”, a long brick staircase (33 ramps with 377 steps), or take a road that leads from the railway to the village.
DISTANCE FROM THE HOTEL: 79Km approx.
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MANAROLA
Perched on a dark rock steep promontory with a cove sheltered by a closed gorge located between two rocky promontories.
Behind the village you can admire the typical vineyards terraces and the dry stone walls.
The paths that lead down to the sea offer panoramic points of extraordinary beauty.
Unfortunately, the path is currently closed due to a serious landslide but the restoration and safety work is underway.
DISTANCE FROM THE HOTEL: 81Km approx.
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RIOMAGGIORE
Riomaggiore has a vertical development that follows the course of the river Rivus Maior, which gave the name to the village itself.
Starting point to the famous Via dell’Amore (lovers’ lane) a panoramic path carved out from the rock that crosses unique landscapes and leads to the village of Manarola.
DISTANCE FROM THE HOTEL: 87Km approx.
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