The hike is absolutely gorgeous, so take it slow and really enjoy your surroundings! The trail is fairly steep at some points and has many stairs (I wear a Fitbit and got in over 75 flights during the hike, just to give you some idea). While I wore tennis shoes and was ok, hiking boots would have been better suited... More

People will say it takes 90 minutes. We've done this trail twice in 5 years and we never did it under 2.5 hours! It all depends on how long you stop to look at the views and how crowded the trail is (since it's single file at some points. And remember, people come from both directions!)

You can only do the Monterosso - Vernazza as the rest of the trail no.2 is still closed and apparently for a long time. The beginning is a bit steep but it all like a stone stairway. You need normal hiking or running shoes, no ordinary shoes . The trail itself is rather easy and well maintained with rails at... More

A nice walk with panoramic views over the sea and the towns of Vernazza and Monterosso. Very recommended as it adds a bit of local feel to the experience of Cinque Terre. I think the locals have used paths like these for the past couple of hundred years and you really see how tough it was for them. You need... More

It had rained quite a bit the night before we started this path, and were unable to go far...it was closed. It's supposed to be spectacular and I'm sure it is...the beginning of it is taxing, but wonderful vistas of the ocean and shoreline, as you climb/hike through small vineyards!

The hike is pretty steep in the beginning...so don't think this is just a lovely little stroll. It is a hike and a workout. However the views are amazing at the top and worth the effort. Make sure to go early as it does get full.

This is currently the only section of the lower trail that is open. It is really crowded and often wet but still an excellent adventure. As a second hike, we liked the footpath up to the sanctuaries along trail 1. Take 8a to get off the main road and reconnect with 1 at the second sanctuary to head back down... More

Truly remarkable coastal hike, lots of steps up and down cliffs dropping near vertically into the sea. Might want to take some water - better yet, a scrumptious picnic - along. Tickets are sold on the trail, 7 euro 1-day pass allows you to ride the train between towns too.

I just visited the 4 villages today. I carefully read all the late reviews of this walk and was surprise to find out the 3 km walk was not that difficult. I saw a lot of elderly walking the trail as well, they all seemed fine. For those who wish to walk the trail, please make sure you purchase the... More