Trekking or hiking is the main attraction here on the trails that connect the small villages of Cinque Terre. Viewing the area from the water via a boat tour is another popular pastime at Cinque Terre
The trail that connects Monterosso to Vernazza is a beautiful yet challenging one. At the trailhead, travelers will ascend a daunting number of stairs.
At only about 15 square miles, the Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre is one of the smallest national parks in Italy but with a population of about 4,000.