Journey Along the Beautiful Coastline: Hiking the Monterosso to Vernazza Trail

#hikingtrails #100waysoftravel #cinqueterre#beautiful_italy #italy #monterosso #vernazza #coastline #coastlineviews One of the most beautiful hiking trails we’ve ever explored was the Monterosso to Vernazza route in Cinque Terre, which I tackled with my mum on a scorching summer day. The trail is quite challenging, with steep, uneven steps that make the hike demanding, but the stunning coastline views and panoramic scenes of Monterosso and Vernazza are well worth the effort. The path winds along cliffs, offering breathtaking glimpses of the sparkling blue Mediterranean below. We took much longer than expected as we paused to admire the wild beauty of the landscape—vibrant red poppies, fluttering butterflies, and rows of lush vineyards lining the hillsides. While there are occasional shaded groves, most of the trail is exposed, with the sun beating down on us as we hiked. By the time we finished, we were left with happy tan lines and unforgettable memories of the gorgeous scenery and peaceful solitude of the trail. And that was the only time I hiked in a long skirt, which I ended up tying around my hip halfway through the trail because I hadn’t anticipated just how difficult the hike would be. It certainly added to the adventure and made for a fun, unexpected memory!