HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsBorgo Storico di Riomaggiore
Italy
Arrive at Riomaggiore by black Mercedes Minivan. The town climbs up along the ridges overlooking the sea and it is characterized from the typical stone houses with coloured façades and slate-roofs. From Riomaggiore we will take the Public boat to Manarola. Public boats operate subject to weather conditions and along the Cinque Terre from April until about the 3rd week of October. If you wish to hike you can take the Trail 531 Riomaggiore to Manarola. Our driver will follow the group by boat.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Riomaggiore, the southernmost sentinel of the Cinque Terre, or the Five Lands. As we stand here, we are observing a triumph of human adaptation over a rugged, vertiginous landscape. …
Listen in the app2The Pulse of the Village — Via Colombo
We begin our exploration on Via Colombo, the primary commercial artery of Riomaggiore. This street follows the course of a stream that was eventually covered to create this passage, a common urban development in many Ligurian…
Listen in the app3The Iconic Harbor — Marina di Riomaggiore
Descending from Via Colombo, we arrive at the Marina, perhaps the most photographed spot in all of the Cinque Terre. This small, protected harbor is the heart of Riomaggiore's relationship with the sea. …
Listen in the app4The Spiritual Heart — Church of San Giovanni Battista
We now ascend toward the upper part of the village to visit the Church of San Giovanni Battista. Founded in 1340, this church is an important example of Ligurian Gothic architecture. …
Listen in the app5Fortress on the Cliff — Castello di Riomaggiore
Continuing our ascent, we reach the Castello di Riomaggiore, a historic fortress perched at the top of the village. The construction of this castle began in the 13th century, primarily as a defensive structure to protect the…
Listen in the app6The Scenic Link — Via dell'Amore and the Blue Trail
As we move toward the edge of the village, we find ourselves near the beginning of the famous Via dell'Amore, or the 'Way of Love.' This path is a section of the longer Blue Trail (Sentiero Azzurro) that connects all five…
Listen in the app7Sunset over the Stones — The Harbor Rocks
We conclude our walking tour back at the water's edge, but this time on the large harbor rocks that extend into the sea. This is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike to gather in the late afternoon. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey through the historic borgo of Riomaggiore has come to its conclusion. We have traversed its steep stairs, wandered its ancient caruggi, and stood before its centuries-old spiritual and defensive landmarks. …
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What is Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore?
Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 44.0985, 9.7376 |
| Last updated |
