What is the famous beach in Monterosso?

What is the famous beach in Monterosso? 1. Spiaggia di Fegina. The water here was calm and crystal clear, with gentle, flat waves and shallow waters.

Do you have to pay for the beach at Monterosso?

The biggest part of the beach is private and of course you have to pay for the services, but there are some free public beaches as well: in front of the railway station, under the statue of the Giant and at the end of the beach towards Vernazza, near the historical center.

What is the most popular beach in Cinque Terre?

Monterosso - Fegina beach In Monterosso, there are two long beaches with sand and pebbles, Fegina beach being the most famous one, in the new town.

Can you swim in Monterosso Mare?

More of the Monterosso al Mare Beach This part of the beach is the loveliest but it is the pay section. You can always swim in the gorgeously blue and clear water though - nobody owns that... yet!

What to buy in Cinque Terre?

A trip to the Cinque Terre is an excellent opportunity to shop and buy souvenirs and local products, in particular gastronomic delights such as pesto, Monterosso salted anchovies, fresh pasta including trofie, extra virgin olive oil and local honey.

What to do in Monterosso when it rains?

How much are the chairs at Monterosso beach?

The beach at Monterosso You can rent a sun lounge for 20 €/day (or 15 € for a half day); two chairs and a sun umbrella will cost you a maximum of 30 €/day (or 25 € maximum for a half day). In high season rates may increase.

Can you drink on the beach in Cinque Terre?

So make sure you really have a day at the beach while in Cinque Terre. There is a restaurant above the beach where you can pick up beer, wine and snack to enjoy on the beach.

Where does the Blue trail start in Monterosso?

The trail begins in the central square of the old village of Monterosso, and immediately starts climbing through vineyards and terraced fields, crossing streams and going by a few farmhouses.

Where are the free beaches in Monterosso?

In front there are two free beaches, interspersed with a bathing establishment: free beach of Fegina and free beach of the Station. Two other free beaches are located at the end of the promenade towards Levanto: the Gigante beach, just below the giant's statue and the Portiglione beach, just beyond the sailing club.

Where do you catch the ferry in Monterosso?

In Monterosso the boats depart from the pier located in the old part of the town.

Which is the prettiest of Cinque Terre?

Vernazza: Located to the north of the Cinque Terre, Vernazza is probably the most beautiful and picturesque fishing village of Cinque Terre, where its colourful houses hang above the sea level on rugged cliffs. It has a charming natural port and an old castle, built to protect the area from pirates.

How do you get a beach chair in Monterosso?

You can rent umbrellas and beach chairs from the bathing establishments, or you can also rent a pedalboat or motorboat for a day to explore the crystal-clear water and the hidden coves of Mediterranean blue sea.

Can you drink tap water in Monterosso?

Yes! Tap water is drinkable in all the Cinque Terre and in La Spezia. Do not use plastic and fill your bottles in safety! We do provide in each Cinque Terre Riviera property a Glass Water bottle to do our small part on the journey to Save our Planet!

How do I reserve a beach spot in Monterosso?

Time slots for the public beaches are released just 40 hours in advance, so there's no possibility to reserve weeks (or months) prior. If you are staying in Monterosso be sure to speak to your hotel or host first as they have the possibility to reserve for you.

How to get to Monterosso Old Town?

By Train. Monterosso has its own train station and can be reached from either La Spezia or Levanto. From La Spezia, take the local train (treno regionale) in the direction of Sestri Levante and get off at the Monterosso stop. From Levanto, take the regional train in the direction of La Spezia Centrale.

What is the old part of the Monterosso?

The 'Old' Monterosso This section of the village is dominated by the walls of the ancient fortress - the Aurora Tower - and the remains of the Fieschi Castle, as well as the the Church of St John the Baptist and the Capuchin Monastery, both of which are visible from both the old and the new sections.