You can swim in the
beautiful blue water of Cinque Terre from May until October
. All along the coastal line there are rocky outcrops, harbour quays and sloping pebble beaches covered with eager bodies basking in the sun or enjoying a cooling swim in the clear water.
Which Cinque Terre town has the best beach?
The best Cinque Terre beach is undoubtedly
Monterosso's Fegina beach
. This is the largest beach in the area, and where most people start their journey into the remaining 4 villages. As soon as you depart the train station, you'll see Fegina in front of you.
Can you swim at Riomaggiore?
Riomaggiore has a natural beach just a few-minute's walk from the town center, as well as a
remote beach you can only access by sea
.
Can you swim in Corniglia?
Corniglia can be found 100 meters above sea level so many believe that the village does not have a beach. Well, there are actually 3 areas for swimming around here. My favourite is
the hidden little bay behind and below the village
. You can reach it following the Marina sign.
Where can I swim in Corniglia?
There are two other accessible beaches in Corniglia are the
“Spiaggione” and the Marina
. The first one is located near the train station, turning right and crossing the abandoned shacks of the Europa Village (be careful). The second is located under the village, reachable by a staircase from the town center.
How many days do you need in Cinque Terre?
Cinque Terre is a collection of five seaside villages on a two-mile/three-km stretch of Italy's northwest coast. Known as the Italian Riviera due to its dramatic setting, it takes a mere day to visit each of these gems.
2-3 days
would allow you to enjoy its beaches and discover the culture via a cooking class.
Is 2 days enough for Cinque Terre?
It's
easy to see Cinque Terre in two days
if you want to have a few nice meals, relax on the beach and see the sunset with a cocktail. However, if you want to really spend time time in each town, leisurely do a hike and have a full beach day, you might want to take 3 to 4 days.
What ocean is Cinque Terre on?
All PostsThe Cinque Terre and their waters,
the Mediterranean sea
, is the keyword of the entire region.
Which town in Cinque Terre has a beach?
Corniglia
is the only town in the Cinque Terre not right on the water, so not many people know that there is actually a beach here.
What are the Cinque Terre villages?
- Walking the Cinque Terre. Hiking on the path near Manarola village, Cinque Terre. It's often named one of the best hikes in the world. …
- Monterosso al Mare. Monterosso al Mare. …
- Vernazza. Vernazza. …
- Corniglia. Corniglia. …
- Manarola. Manarola. …
- Riomaggiore. Riomaggiore.
Where should I live in Cinque Terre?
- Riomaggiore Is Where To Stay For Nightlife.
- Manarola Is Where To Stay In Cinque Terre For The Best Views.
- Corniglia Is The Best Place To Stay In Cinque Terre To Escape The Crowds.
Where can I swim in Monterosso?
- Monterosso beach (Fegina)
- Monterosso has a long sandy beach situated in the new part of the village. …
- Monterosso beach (old town)
- Vernazza beach (harbour)
- In the harbour of Vernazza there is a small sandy beach where you can take a swim and there are also flat rocks that are great for sunning.
What is the best time to visit Cinque Terre?
The best time to visit Cinque Terre is in
September and October
when summertime's tourists have returned home – and cooler temps and emptied-out trails await. The wintertime, from November to February, is characterized by cold weather and some amenity closures.
How long does it take to walk the 5 villages of Cinque Terre?
The famous Sentiero no. 2 or Sentiero Azzurro connects the five villages of the Cinque Terre and is about 11 kilometers long and takes an
estimated 5 hours
to walk. There is a total elevation difference of 500 meters between the highest and lowest points of the trail. Hiking in Cinque Terre isn't only for athletes.
