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Trail · Riomaggiore, Ligúria
Via dell'Amore
Pedestrian path carved into the rock above the sea between Riomaggiore and Manarola, traversed one-way, with a reserved time slot and the Cinque Terre Card.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Via dell'Amore
The Via dell'Amore is a pedestrian walkway along the cliff that links Riomaggiore to Manarola, just over 1 km long. It is one of the four sections of the Sentiero Azzurro, the park's best-known trail. The route is flat, with continuous sea views, and takes about 30 minutes.
Today access is regulated by the park. The entrance is in Riomaggiore and the route is one-way to Manarola. Visitors need the Cinque Terre Card, with a reserved entry time and a limited number of spaces.
Along the way there are park staff providing information. The name comes from the tradition that young lovers from the two villages used to meet there, halfway between them, on land where almost everything is uphill.
It is the easiest section of the former Sentiero Azzurro and the only one between the villages without steep climbs. Opening hours change with the season.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About a 30-minute walk from Riomaggiore to Manarola.
Best time
Book the time slot in advance. Early morning and late afternoon are usually cooler in summer. Opening hours change throughout the year: confirm before you go.
How to get there
The entrance is in Riomaggiore, near the station. From the station exit, follow the signs for the Via dell'Amore.
Tip
Buy the Cinque Terre Card with the Via dell'Amore reservation on the park's website or at an information point. As the route is one-way, return from Manarola by train.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Via dell'Amore
Is the Via dell'Amore open?
Yes, with regulated access: one-way from Riomaggiore to Manarola, time-slot reservation and Cinque Terre Card required. Check the situation on the day.
Do I need to reserve?
Yes. Visitors reserve a time slot, with limited places, when buying the Cinque Terre Card or afterwards.
Can you walk the path from Manarola to Riomaggiore?
No, for visitors the route is one-way from Riomaggiore to Manarola. To return, take the train.
Is it difficult?
No. It's flat, about a 30-minute walk.