Nationalpark Cinque Terre

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Cinque Terre's Quintessential Five

This collection highlights the architectural and natural landmarks of the five UNESCO-listed villages along the Ligurian coast. It features Monterosso's sandy beaches, the 13th-century Castello di Riomaggiore, and the Gothic-Ligurian churches of San Giovanni Battista and Santa Margherita di Antiochia. The list also includes key viewpoints like the Manarola terrace and the 1910 'Il Gigante' statue, alongside traditional marinas and hilltop sanctuaries that define the heritage and rugged landscape of the Italian Riviera.

Cinque Terre's Quintessential Five — Karte

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Monterosso al Mare Beaches

Three stripes of white sands enveloped by the azure sea - just pick whichever one you like.

Davide Papalini / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

Castello di Riomaggiore

A 13th-century fortification located on the upper part of Riomaggiore. It features two circular towers and offers panoramic views of the coastline.

Davide Papalini / CC BY-SA 3.0

C

Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista

A 14th-century Gothic-Ligurian church in Monterosso al Mare. It is notable for its white and green marble striped facade and an ornate rose window.

Martin Cueto Freire / CC-BY-SA

D

Chiesa di Santa Margherita di Antiochia

Built in 1318 on a rock overlooking the sea in Vernazza, this church features an octagonal bell tower and a unique three-nave interior.

Luca Aless / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Chiesa di San Pietro

A 14th-century church in Corniglia built in the Gothic-Ligurian style. It features a Carrara marble rose window and a 12th-century baptismal font.

Davide Papalini / CC BY-SA 3.0

F

Chiesa di San Lorenzo

A 14th-century Gothic church in Manarola. It features a white Carrara marble rose window and a historical triptych inside the sanctuary.

Leravoc Salocin / CC BY-SA 4.0

G

Porticciolo di Vernazza

A natural harbor in Vernazza surrounded by colorful houses. It serves as the primary docking area for local fishing boats and regional ferries.

H

Cinque terre Cornelia

A viewpoint in Corniglia offering a panorama of the village's terraced vineyards and the surrounding Mediterranean landscape.

Mauro Cavallo / CC BY 3.0

I

View Point

Coastal overlook providing the classic view of Manarola’s colorful houses stacked on the cliffside above the harbor.

Elisa Bolzon / CC-BY-SA

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Viewpoint on Riomaggiore and the sea

Elevated spot near the castle offering views of Riomaggiore's harbor and the steep, terraced hillsides of the Cinque Terre.

GIANFRANCO NEGRI / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Chiesa di San Francesco

A 17th-century Capuchin monastery and church in Monterosso. It contains a 'Crucifixion' painting attributed to the Flemish artist Anthony van Dyck.

Marcela Mihessen / CC-BY-SA

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Gigante

A 14-meter-high concrete statue of Neptune built in 1910. It originally supported the terrace of a villa at the end of Fegina Beach.

Carlos Mario Tamayo O / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Torre Aurora

A 16th-century watchtower built to defend Monterosso from pirate attacks. It stands on San Cristoforo hill, separating the old and new towns.

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Nessun Dorma

A restaurant in Manarola known for its terrace views of the village. It specializes in regional pesto, local bruschetta, and Ligurian wines.