Via dell’Amore: Frequently Asked Questions
How to Visit the Via dell’Amore
(Riomaggiore, 14 Feb 25) How can I purchase a ticket for the Via dell'Amore?
Tickets can be purchased online at the following links: www.viadellamore.info - card.parconazionale5terre.it and at the Info Points of the Cinque Terre National Park, located from La Spezia to Levanto.
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 the CETS (Accommodation Card of the Cinque Terre National Park) or the Riomaggiore Guest Card can 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 the Access Modes section 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:
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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
Do residents of Riomaggiore, Vernazza, and Monterosso need to book a ticket?
No, residents can enter freely from 7:30 AM according to opening hours, without needing a reservation.
If you reside in the Province of La Spezia, can you enter the Via dell'Amore for free?
Yes, entry is free outside staffed hours.
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 a CETS or Riomaggiore Guest Card can 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.
Why is early closing at 6:00 PM required for residents?
This is a temporary measure due to ongoing construction along the path. For details, visit the official website: www.viadellamore.info.
Can I purchase entry only for the Via dell'Amore?
No, access to the Via dell'Amore is included in the Cinque Terre Card, and standalone entry is not available. However, if you have already purchased a Cinque 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 the Cinque Terre Card Via dell'Amore.
Is a reservation always required for those with the Riomaggiore Guest Card?
Yes, Riomaggiore Guest Card holders must purchase a discounted ticket with a reservation. However, access is allowed in both directions and outside reservation hours for the entire duration of their stay.
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) is 30 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.
