Vernazza-Monterossa

The last section of the main trail is also very nice, but by the time I got out on the trail it was very crowded. The trail is very narrow at times and it begins to get to the point where you take a few steps, move aside to let people pass, take a few more steps and repeat. Starting early turned out to be a great decision. The views are still very nice.
Monterossa in the distance


Parts of Cinque Terre look a bit like the California coastline near Big Sur and other areas although the sea is a bit more blue here.


The beach in Monterossa was a welcome sight after the long hike.


After eating a quick lunch I went and relaxed on the beach for a few hours. It was a nice way to cool down.