Sentiero Azzurro
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Entry Fee : Through Cinque Terre Trekking Card: EUR 7.50 per day
Blue Trail
Sentiero Azzurro, Cinque Terre Overview
The Sentiero Azzurro (Blue Path) is a famous hiking trail in Cinque Terre National Park, Italy. This 12 km path connects five beautiful coastal villages—Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. It runs along the cliffs of the Ligurian Sea and offers amazing sea views, colorful villages, and terraced vineyards and is divided into 4 parts - Riomaggiore to Manarola (Via dell’Amore), Manarola to Corniglia, Corniglia to Vernazza, and Vernazza to Monterosso al Mare.
Certain sections of the trail can be strenuous, with steep and narrow paths. Additionally, during peak tourist seasons, the trails can become crowded. Trail Opening timings can be affected by weather conditions and maintenance work. It's essential to check the current status of each trail section before planning your hike.
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Sections of Sentiero Azzurro
Riomaggiore to Manarola (Via dell'Amore): This segment, known as the "Path of Love," is approximately 1 kilometer long and is famed for its romantic ambiance and stunning sea vistas. However, due to a rockslide in 2012, this section was closed for repairs and is expected to reopen in July 2024.
Manarola to Corniglia: Spanning about 2.8 kilometers, this portion of the trail has been closed since 2013 due to landslides, with ongoing restoration efforts.
Corniglia to Vernazza: This 3.5-kilometer stretch is open and takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to traverse. Hikers can expect moderate to challenging terrain with rewarding panoramic views.
Vernazza to Monterosso al Mare: The longest section at 3.8 kilometers, this part of the trail is also open and typically requires at least 2 hours to complete. It presents hikers with moderate to difficult paths, characterized by steep ascents and descents.
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