Via dell'Amore

 A 900-meter path nestled in the rock of the cliff overlooking the sea that connects two pearls of the Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore and Manarola.

How to accesso to the Via dell'Amore

For Visitors
Access to the Via dell'Amore can be booked by choosing a time slot (00', 15', 30', 45') for a maximum of 100 people every 15 minutes.

The maximum journey time is 30 minutes.

The entrance is from Riomaggiore (on the left coming out of the station) and, in high season, the route is one-way with an exit at Manarola.

Visiting Hours and Tourist Facilities

Please see FAQ at the end of this page.

Individual Tourists

  • Booking of a specific time slot and date required.
  • Access during visiting hours only  
  • Entry at Riomaggiore and exit at Manarola (high season).

Groups

  • Maximum 30 people.
  • Booking up to 72 hours in advance.
  • Payment in advance.
  • Access only during visiting hours.
  • Entrance in Riomaggiore and exit in Manarola (high season)

Entrance to the Via dell'Amore can be purchased online on the Cinque Terre National Park website by choosing the Cinque Terre Card Plus type or on the website dedicated to the Via dell'Amore.

The card can also be purchased at the Cinque Terre National Park Info Points in the area, from La Spezia to Levanto, as an additional fee of €10.00 applied to each type of Cinque Terre Card already purchased. For tourists staying in accommodation facilities in the Municipality of Riomaggiore in possession of the resident tourist card (Guest Card) and staying in facilities with the CETS (as the guests of Agriturismo il Magan), the additional fee is €8.00.

Tourists resident in the CETS facilities

For tourists resident in the CETS facilities of the Cinque Terre National Park (such as IL MAGAN - Cinque Terre) the additional fee is € 8,00.

Access is allowed in both directions during the reservation time slot and with the same ticket after 5:00 p.m., on the days when the Cinque Terre card is valid.

Entitlement to access will be verified by checking the identity document and the correspondence with the name on the Cinque Terre Card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Cinque Terre Card you purchased not include access to the Via dell’Amore?
Go to one of the Info Points of the Cinque Terre National Park to book and integrate your ticket.

Do you have the CETS card or the Riomaggiore Guest Card?
Visitors holding theCETS (Accommodation Card of the Cinque Terre National Park)or theRiomaggiore Guest Cardcan purchase a discounted ticket for the Via dell’Amore with a reservation. Holders of these cards can access the Via dell’Amore in both directions. For details, refer to theAccess Modessection on the Via dell’Amore website.

What are the opening hours for the Via dell’Amore?
From February 15, access is regulated by reservation and payment, with the following hours:

  • February 15 - March 29, 2025:
    Residents: from 7:30 AM
    Tourist reservations:from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
    Closing time: 6:00 PM

  • March 30 - May 31, 2025:
    Residents: from 7:30 AM
    Tourist reservations:from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
    Closing time: 8:00 PM

  • June 1 - October 25, 2025:
    Residents: from 7:30 AM
    Tourist reservations:from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Closing time: 1:00 AM

  • October 26, 2025 - March 28, 2026:
    Residents: from 7:30 AM
    Tourist reservations:from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
    Closing time:    Variable, depending on conditions

Additional Information

Is there a one-way access rule for tourists?
Yes. To avoid queues at the Manarola ticket office, daily visitors and groups must enter one-way from Riomaggiore to Manarola. However, visitors with aCETSorRiomaggiore Guest Cardcan access in both directions.

Is there a grace period for reservation times?
Yes, a grace period is allowed for the next available time slots, subject to availability.

Can I purchase entry only for the Via dell’Amore?
No, access to the Via dell’Amore is included in theCinque Terre Card, and standalone entry is not available. However, if you have already purchased aCinque Terre Card, you can buy an additional fee to access the Via dell’Amore.

How do I enter the Via dell’Amore?
Entry is from Riomaggiore, walking towards Manarola, except for specific categories with special access rights.

Can I buy only the additional fee to enter the Via dell’Amore?
No. To access the Via dell’Amore, you must purchase theCinque Terre Card Via dell’Amore.

Is a reservation always required for those with the CETS card?
Yes,CETS (Cinque Terre National Park Accommodation Card)holders must purchase a discounted ticket with a reservation. However, access is allowed in both directions during reservation hours and, with the same ticket, after 5:00 PM on valid days of the Cinque Terre Card.

How long can I stay on the Via dell’Amore?
The maximum walking time for the Via dell’Amore (900 meters) is30 minutes, to allow entry for the next time slot.

Will there be guides available during visiting hours?
Yes, guides will be stationed along the route to assist visitors.

Can I visit the Via dell’Amore without a guide?
Yes, guides are available along the path, but their assistance is optional.

Can I walk the Via dell’Amore in both directions?
No. Access is one-way from Riomaggiore to Manarola, except for specific categories with special access rights.