Viewpoints in Riomaggiore

Scenic Viewpoints

This collection features coastal overlooks and mountain summits surrounding Riomaggiore and Manarola within the Cinque Terre National Park. It includes accessible village viewpoints for sea panoramas alongside higher peaks like Monte Galera and Monte Verrugoli. These inland summits, often reaching over 700 meters, provide a broader perspective of the Ligurian coastline and the surrounding Apennine ridges, with many accessible via the Sentiero Rosso (High Path) hiking trail network.

Scenic Viewpoints — Map

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A

Viewpoint on Riomaggiore and the sea

Overlooks the harbor and tiered houses of Riomaggiore from the southern cliffside path.

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B

View Point

Located on Punta Bonfiglio, this spot offers the iconic vista of Manarola’s colorful buildings and harbor.

C

Sunset Viewpoint

A western-facing coastal spot near Punta Bonfiglio, positioned for clear views of the sea horizon.

D

Punta Pineda

A rocky promontory reachable via a steep descent of stone steps from the village of Campiglia.

E

Monte Galera

A 467-meter peak located on the ridge above the coastal villages.

F

Monte Verrugoli

A 740-meter summit featuring views of the Gulf of La Spezia and the Ligurian coast.

G

Monte Cuna

A peak situated along the mountain ridge separating the coast from the Vara Valley.

H

Monte Le Croci

A summit located on the trail network near the Sanctuary of Montenero.

I

Monte della Madonna

A coastal peak in the Tramonti region between Riomaggiore and Portovenere.

J

Monte dei Fraschi

A summit located along the high trails near the hamlet of Campiglia.

K

Monte Grosso

A 662-meter peak offering views of both the Mediterranean and the Apennine foothills.

L

Monte Capri

A 785-meter peak notable for the Menhir di Monte Capri, an ancient megalithic monument located nearby.

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