How to get around in Cinque Terre
The best way to experience the Cinque Terre is by foot! During the walk along the mountain side you go through the Mediterranean bush, between the sky and sea! The Cinque Terre is traversed by many ways. The main path goes along the shore and connects all the five villages in about five hours walk. There are also some difficult paths for expert tourists. However, we would tell you of four main possibility of moving in Cinque Terre:
TrainThere are the Cinque Terre Tourist Offices on all railway stations. So it is possible to buy the Cinque Terre CARD and get a list of trains. Trains run about every 20-30 minutes and reach the next town through tunnels in 1-2 minutes. For further information please consult the Trenitalia web-site.
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Motor ship
In spring and summer there are daily connections by boat from La Spezia, Portovenere, Portofino and Lerici, with last stop in Monterosso (generally from April 1st until the first week of November).
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Bus
Usage of the Bus service is included in the Cinque Terre CARD (but it doesn't cost much if you don't have the card). It may help you to save your time in each town and to get to interested places easier.
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Hiking or in bike
A huge part of the Cinque Terre's success with tourists is due to the trails and walks which curve round the shore or reach the sanctuaries near each village. The view is breath-taking and enjoyable by all. Someone can return from these hikes by bus, motor ship or train. You only need basic equipment: shoes with anti-slippery sole (if you have), long trousers to defend oneself from the thorn scrubs, some water and, according to the season, a large straw hat or a sports jacket.
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