Where is monterosso beach

Anyway, you'd be crazy to come to the Cinque Terre just for beaches — this is one of the most gorgeous coastlines in the world so yes, see the beaches but see everything else too. For the rest; Monterosso is an attractive town although less picturesque than the others, mainly because it isn't perched up on the cliff tops or tumbling down a mountain side. That doesn't make it any less worthwhile visiting and, when I was younger, I used to love the night life which is the best on the Cinque Terre.

Also, Monterosso is where you'll want to start out if you're planning on walking the Cinque Terre. Click to read all the essential info about the walks. Il Fornaio is the absolute best place in Monterosso to try the famous focaccia - being right on the waterfront it is a good place to people watch too. Heading away from town, towards the walk that leads to Vernazza, you'll see the Aurora Tower it's up on the cliff over the sea in the photo above - the tower was built in the 16th century to keep pirates away.

You can't visit unfortunately as it is privately owned, but you'll get a good view of it as you head up the hill to start the walk. The video shows the start of the walk up on the hill near the Aurora Tower. If you're lucky you'll find Guido busking along the path and you'll be sent on your way to the sounds of beautiful music.

This part of the beach is the loveliest but it is the pay section. You can always swim in the gorgeously blue and clear water though - nobody owns that Visiting Italy in July or August? Still want picturesque little villages with stunning coastal scenery Then try Tellaro - click for more info. Parking lot cars : paid, very limited number of places, it is highly recommended to park your car in La Spezia more details on the page How to reach. Description: there are two beaches in Vernazza: one small, near the main square, and another one a bit larger from the other side, which can be reached through caved passage in rock near the main square of the village shown in the photo below.

Distance from railway station: 1. By train: to Corniglia station, then on foot through a dark tunnel you need a torch as lighting does not work since , or descending along the Blue Path between Corniglia and Vernazza following signs see the Google Map above. Note: descent is difficult, so we would highly recommend using the tunnel.

Parking lot cars : None. It is recommended to leave your car in La Spezia see more details on the page How to reach. Description: a very beautiful beach, generally visited by nudists.

In the past, one could reach there by trail, but now, unfortunately, it is too dangerous. By train: to Corniglia station. It is recommended to leave the car in La Spezia more details on the page How to reach. Description: two tranquil unfrequented beaches, Spiaggione just near the station is not always accessible owing to high water level in the sea.

The second one is situated across the rock where the village of Corniglia is entrenched. It is a rather tranquil and beautiful beach. By train: to Riomaggiore station, from the station exit turn right and pass through the long tunnel. From there turn left along the seafront behind the rock; and here you are on the beach!

Parking lot cars : available, paid expensive , parking spaces are not always available during July and August. Description: rarely visited beach. Usually, tourists take rest here while waiting for their boat as a mooring is very close.

Distance from railway station: it can be reached only by boat to be hired individually. Description: a nice wild beach, close to the open section of La Spezia — Riomaggiore railway tunnel; one can see a running train every 10 minutes. Description: a very beautiful wild beach. After a landslide some years ago, it can now be reached only by boat. Owing to dimensions of the landslide and complexity of the rocky terrain, it is not planned to restore the descent. Distance from railway station: first you need to reach Campiglia either on foot or by bus from La Spezia, and then - on foot.

How to reach: from La Spezia - by bus to Campiglia, or on foot - from Riomaggiore or Portovenere; the town is situated just in the middle of this section. Then follow the signs as indicated on the map. The descent takes 45 minutes, and the return journey - more than one hour.

Description: a very beautiful beach; not easily approachable, which is why most of the times you hardly see anybody on the beach. Before you go to Cinque Terre, plan the best Corniglia, located on the top of a panoramic hilltop, features Read to find places to hike, visit and how to get to Manarola in Get the best deal direct from the owners on TuscanyAccommodation.

Book your unique Tuscan Experience Book your Tour. The Splendor of the Cinque Terre The northern-most entrance into the coastal towns of Cinque Terre is a sparkling blue jewel with its beautiful sandy beaches! Almost Left Out of the Cinque Terre Positioned in the center of a natural gulf, which is now protected by an artificial reef , Monterosso al Mare is divided into two sections by a tunnel of about 10 meters.

Places to See Of course the beaches are a big attraction at Monterosso, however there are many opportunities to see new and old monuments that testify to its long and rich history. Church of St. Difficulty: steep, but fairly easy Monterosso-Vernazza This trail climbs the cultivated coast passing olive groves and vineyards.

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