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Cinque Terre Vacation, Travel and Hotel Information

Garden of Paradise

Crystal Blue waters of Cinque Terre, Italy - Courtesy ENIT

The five little villages along with the stunning landscape that make up the Cinque Terre create a place unlike any other in Italy. Owing much to its beautiful, steep, and rocky surroundings, Cinque Terre is literally inaccessible by car, which provides for a uniquely intimate experience.

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Must Sees in Cinque Terre Vacation, Travel and Hotel Information

  • Monterosso: The northern most village and least picturesque; although it has a few nice features like its public beach and some good hikes close by.
  • Corniglia/Manarola/Riomaggiore/Vernazza: Cinque Terre's most picturesque villages.
  • Guvano: Corniglia's secluded, beautiful beach.

Map of Cinque Terre Vacation, Travel and Hotel Information

If the collective minds of all Italophiles came together to create the ultimate tiny, quaint villages infused with the most exquisite landscape, panoramic views, and cuisine, this imaginary place might partially resemble the Riviera's famous Cinque Terre. With the exception of Monterosso, the northern-most village of the five, Cinque Terre is a place endowed with a steep, rocky terrain covered with olive and chestnut groves. As a result, little of contemporary life exists here, providing visitors with a way to experience the rural, agricultural lifestyle that once championed the region. The communities of Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, and Vernazza are intimate little villages set on cliffs overlooking the stunning Gulf of Genova and are surrounded by remotes gardens and vineyards the produce the finest quality vegetables and wines. Each of the villages is connected by little paths running through the regions exotic woods, which are ideal for scenic hikes. In fact, many of Cinque Terre's visitors prefer to travel between the villages through these paths. Dining in Cinque Terre is also an amazing experience because of its excellent produce and the many herbs and mushrooms that naturally grow in its forest. Above all this is a place where one is meant to embrace the wonders of nature.

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Shopping in Cinque Terre

Fresh food products, olive oil, and wine.

Cinque Terre Food & Drink

  • Pesto: pasta sauce made from basil, cheese, pinenuts, and olive oil.
  • Antipasto di mare: An assortment of fresh seafood that begins a typical meal in Cinque Terre.
  • Tegame alla Vernazza: An exquisite dish with a mixture of anchovies, potatoes, olive oil, wine, and herbs.
  • Pansotti: Ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and spinach, topped with a walnut/hazelnut sauce.
  • Pesto Lasagna: The classic recipe with a healthy dose of basil pesto.
  • Focaccia: Famous Ligurian flatbread made with olive oil and herbs.
  • Sciacchetra: Cinque Terre's famously delicious and refreshing white wine made from local vines.

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Lake Como - Courtesy of The Italian Government Tourist Board

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