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The village of Vernazza in the Cinque Terre glowing at dusk, its lights spilling down the cliff toward the Ligurian Sea
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Cinque Terre

Italy44.1350° N · 9.6840° E1 story

Five pastel fishing villages stitched into the cliffs of the Ligurian coast, linked by hiking trails, a local railway and some of the most photographed sunsets in Italy.

When to go

April–June, September–October

Budget level

Mid-range

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  • 1 highlighted sight
  • 0 recommended stays
  • 0 places to eat
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Reading Cinque Terre

The village of Vernazza in the Cinque Terre glowing at dusk, its lights spilling down the cliff toward the Ligurian Sea01
Destinations

The Italian Coast, Taken Slowly: Cinque Terre to Amalfi

Two legendary coastlines, five pastel villages and one unhurried philosophy — how to see Italy's most beautiful shores without rushing a single sunset.

Italy · 9 min
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Sights & experiences

Sentiero Azzurro (Blue Trail)

experience

The coastal hiking trail linking the five villages; sections require the Cinque Terre Card.

Cinque Terre National Park, Liguria