Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore
Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore
Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore
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omega132857
Chichester, UK1,918 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We loved this place so much. It is so beautiful and colourful. Like most places along the Cinque Terre, its up and down so you need to be fit. There is so much to look at and you can get some great food here. you can get here by Ferry or Train.
Written 15 November 2023
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jane G
London, UK38 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
That headline photo is actually Monterosso not Riomaggiore which has no beach. A beautifu village but so overcrowded first week may. Too many large parties of tourists - obviously from curise liners moored south of the cinque terre. If the italian authorities keep allowing this level of tourism people will stay away. Unsustainable
Written 29 May 2023
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Mathew M
Melbourne, Australia554 contributions
Apr 2023
Riomaggiore is a lovely village.It is very small and so it's easy to explore. Some really good photo opportunities with the small harbour and pretty colourful houses.
Written 22 April 2023
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom9,343 contributions
May 2022
Riomaggiore is easy to explore. It is only small, with a handful of sights that are all within walking distance of each other.
The marina is the main drawcard and if you only have one day to see all 5 of the Cinque Terre towns, then head straight here.
Finding the marina was a little confusing first. From the train station, turn right and head through a long pedestrian tunnel. A second small, old, gloomy tunnel leads to the fishermen's district and marina.
The marina has to be one of the most striking and scenic points in Cinque Terre.
The classic Cinque Terre photo that you see on most websites and travel brochures is taken from here - colourful tower houses in various shades of red, yellow, mustard, salmon and peach clinging to the sides of a sheer cliff that drops down to a tiny marina below.
We had several days in the area so we returned twice to Riomaggiore and had time to linger and explore.
We walked up the main street, Via Colombo. Running uphill from the train, it is a colourful and lively (albeit crowded) spot. We tried the local street food here - cones of mixed, fried seafood (Tutti Fritti was very good).
We did a sort of looped walk up Via Colombo, and down Via Pecunia. Along the way, there’s a 13th century castle, the Church of San Giovanni Battista and a couple of small chapels, the San Rocco Oratorio and the Oratorio di Santa Maria Assunta. None are must-sees but it’s a nice walk if you have the time.
Sunsets are beautiful from Riomaggiore. For the best sea & sunset views, we went for drinks to La Conchiglia overlooking the marina one evening and to A Pie de Ma, near the train station another night.
HIKING TO MANAROLA: Unfortunately the Via Dell’ Amore walking trail, linking Riomaggiore to Manarola is still closed, and will remain so at least until 2024. We found the alternate route (Trail 531) was very steep and difficult. It was not easy going and I’d think twice about doing it again.
The marina is the main drawcard and if you only have one day to see all 5 of the Cinque Terre towns, then head straight here.
Finding the marina was a little confusing first. From the train station, turn right and head through a long pedestrian tunnel. A second small, old, gloomy tunnel leads to the fishermen's district and marina.
The marina has to be one of the most striking and scenic points in Cinque Terre.
The classic Cinque Terre photo that you see on most websites and travel brochures is taken from here - colourful tower houses in various shades of red, yellow, mustard, salmon and peach clinging to the sides of a sheer cliff that drops down to a tiny marina below.
We had several days in the area so we returned twice to Riomaggiore and had time to linger and explore.
We walked up the main street, Via Colombo. Running uphill from the train, it is a colourful and lively (albeit crowded) spot. We tried the local street food here - cones of mixed, fried seafood (Tutti Fritti was very good).
We did a sort of looped walk up Via Colombo, and down Via Pecunia. Along the way, there’s a 13th century castle, the Church of San Giovanni Battista and a couple of small chapels, the San Rocco Oratorio and the Oratorio di Santa Maria Assunta. None are must-sees but it’s a nice walk if you have the time.
Sunsets are beautiful from Riomaggiore. For the best sea & sunset views, we went for drinks to La Conchiglia overlooking the marina one evening and to A Pie de Ma, near the train station another night.
HIKING TO MANAROLA: Unfortunately the Via Dell’ Amore walking trail, linking Riomaggiore to Manarola is still closed, and will remain so at least until 2024. We found the alternate route (Trail 531) was very steep and difficult. It was not easy going and I’d think twice about doing it again.
Written 19 January 2023
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CraigH0901
Adelaide, Australia1,221 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
This is the largest of the Cinque Terre towns, I think. The train station drops you off at a point where you can walk up to a sunset vantage point passing numerous stores and restaurants along the way. The town offers everything you could need but lacks a little of the charm of Vernazza or Manarola.
Written 17 September 2022
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Ryan O
5 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Widely considered the worst of the 5 cinque terre.
Once I went I understood why. Dirty water, only climbing to do but not the great views other Terre offer.
Also seems like a tourist trap as there are no parkings anywhere for both cars and motorbikes unlike all the other 4 Terre. In fact all the motorbikes and cars parked (safely and out of the way) to the side of the road got heavy fines. Talking with a local he told me all the police does day long is search for vehicles to fine.
Seems like this is done on purpose to extract as much money as possible from tourists.
So just don't visit and go to Porto Venere instead (defenitely more beautiful).
Once I went I understood why. Dirty water, only climbing to do but not the great views other Terre offer.
Also seems like a tourist trap as there are no parkings anywhere for both cars and motorbikes unlike all the other 4 Terre. In fact all the motorbikes and cars parked (safely and out of the way) to the side of the road got heavy fines. Talking with a local he told me all the police does day long is search for vehicles to fine.
Seems like this is done on purpose to extract as much money as possible from tourists.
So just don't visit and go to Porto Venere instead (defenitely more beautiful).
Written 28 June 2022
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Steve_Grant1
Oldham, UK1,593 contributions
May 2022
This is a pretty little town that is worth visiting and taking a walk around. I would suggest planning ahead on the internet so that you know what is there and how to see the various things.
Written 30 May 2022
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,710 contributions
Sep 2021 • Friends
Very beautiful, no climbing or hiking necessary. When you get to Rio Maggiore, just go down and then slightly up on the left if you are facing the water and you will have magnificent views. If you wish, go down and go closer to the houses for a different perspective. Recommend!
Written 13 September 2021
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OctopusEverywhere
Indonesia10 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
To visit this place we have to use a fast train, during your trip you will be dropped off at certain places, approximately 7-9 places that can be visited, and as long as you go down to visit that place you can spend 20 minutes before the next train arrives, if you want to spend time in only one place you can stay and fully explore the place, the decision is in your hands, this place is in Cinque Terre, Liguaria, La Spezia Province.
Nice vibes, beautiful side of Italy
Nice vibes, beautiful side of Italy
Written 31 July 2021
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AlbertSalichs
Manresa, Spain11,469 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore is literally the old town of Riomaggiore, a tiny town located in Cinque Terre National Park, in La Spezia, in the North of Italy. This town is wonderful, it is small, with old streets, with a little beach, with a fantastic port, from where you can see great views of sea, sunset and the town. Really beautiful! Also, in the old town you can see some places like Chiesa di San Giovanni, Tower of the Castle, the little Harbour (the best thing in the town!), Benedetto Murals and some beaches. If you want to buy souvenir, it is also a very good places: figures, magnets, complements for the beach, local beer, local food, etc. A charming place to come in summer (we stayed here in August-2019) or in other period of the year.
(See also Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre)
(See also Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre)
Written 2 May 2020
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Johanne L
Toronto, Canada33 contributions
Hello I am planning to do a photography tour in Italy and spend Feb 21-24 in Cinque Terra. Is everything close at that time or do I have options if trails are closed to get these beautiful sites?
leprof2015
San Diego, CA135 contributions
It all depends on the weather. They do have a website you can consult before you go. Also, you can get good shots from the ferry, also weather permitting.
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- Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking (From ₹ 6,853.86)
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- (0.01 km) Gelateria Centrale Di Germani E Giaccio
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