Guidebook to walking Italy's stunning Cinque Terre. Describes 16 routes in and around the five famous fishing villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Breathtakingly beautiful, this UNESCO World Heritage coastline is a walker's (and foodie's) dream destination.

Map key Overview Map INTRODUCTION Exploring the Cinque Terre Walking Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there and getting around Information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Maps Dos and don'ts Emergencies Using this guide Walks Walk 1 Levanto to Monterosso Walk 2 Monterosso via Colla di Gritta circuit Walk 3 Monterosso to Vernazza via the sanctuaries Walk 4 Monterosso to Vernazza on the SVA Walk 5 Vernazza to Corniglia on the SVA Walk 6 Corniglia via Cigoletta and San Bernardino to Vernazza Walk 7 Corniglia via Volastra to Manarola Walk 8 Manarola panoramic loop Walk 9 Manarola to Riomaggiore on Via Beccara Walk 10 Riomaggiore high circuit Walk 11 Riomaggiore low circuit Walk 12 Riomaggiore to Porto Venere Walk 13 Campiglia circuit via Monesteroli and Fossola Walk 14 Punta Persico Walk 15 Porto Venere and Monte Muzzerone Walk 16 Palmaria island circuit Appendix A Village maps Appendix B Route summary table Appendix C Useful information Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Accommodation