The Cinque Terre “Via dell’Amore” (Path of Love) has reopened: all the info you need to know

What is the “Via dell’Amore”?

The Via dell’Amore is a picturesque, paved trail along the coastline that connects the villages of Riomaggiore and Manarola in just over a kilometer.
Renowned for its breathtaking views, this trail is a major highlight of the Cinque Terre and forms part of the Sentiero Verde Azzurro (SVA2, 592-1), which links the Cinque Terre villages.

It has been closed for 12 years and in July 2024 it has reopened after a long wait.

A bit of History of one of the most romantic walks in the world

In the 1920s, the isolated villagers, eager to connect with their neighbors, carved this footpath when the only alternative route between the two settlements involved traversing steep cliffs with 600 steps on each side.

Since its inception in 1931, the Via dell’Amore has stood out as the most iconic and popular hiking route in Italy’s Cinque Terre. Carved into seaside cliffs, the trail links Riomaggiore and Manarola, two of the five charming coastal villages recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

By the late 20th century, the “Path of Love” had become a magnet for couples seeking a romantic stroll and a perfect snapshot. Its convenient location made it the most frequented among the approximately 75 miles of trails in the Cinque Terre, which also include Monterosso, Vernazza, and Corniglia. Day-trippers and cruise passengers flocked to the Via dell’Amore to savor a quick taste of Cinque Terre’s beauty.

However, the trail has been closed since 2012 due to a landslide.
In 2015, a small section on the Manarola side, about 200 meters long, was reopened. The path is paved, equipped with a railing, and runs almost level at a height of about thirty meters.

Update 2026 with all pratical info.

Visiting Hours:

– November 1st to March 31th: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (last admission at 4:30 pm)
– April 1st to October 31th: 8:30 am – 9:30 pm (last admission at 9:00 pm)

Visitors:

– Reservation of a specific time slot and date.
– Entry allowed only during visiting hours.
– Entrance at Riomaggiore and exit at Manarola (high season).

Group Visits:

– Maximum of 30 people per group.
– Booking up to 72 hours in advance.
– Payment in advance.
– Access during visiting hours only.
– Entry at Riomaggiore and exit at Manarola (high season).

Special Access:

1) Tourists staying in accommodation facilities in Riomaggiore with a resident tourist card (Guest Card) and staying in CETS Environmental Quality Mark facilities have free access during visiting hours with reservation and entry from Riomaggiore.

2) Residents of the Cinque Terre, former residents, and owners of second homes in Riomaggiore and their relatives:
– Have access at any time without a reservation or ticket.
– Have permission to walk the Via in both directions without time restrictions.

Ticket Information:

The additional fee previously required to access the Via dell’Amore was €10.00 or €8.00 until 2025.
Starting from March 2026, access to the Via dell’Amore will be included in the standard Cinque Terre Card.

More details will follow.

You can buy the Cinque Terre Card, which includes access to the Via dell’Amore, through:

– The Municipality of Riomaggiore’s website dedicated to the Via dell’Amore: viadellamore.info
– The Cinque Terre National Park website: [Cinque Terre National Park]
– Cinque Terre National Park Info Points throughout the area, from La Spezia to Levanto.

See more info about Cinque Terre card in the article from our blog!