- History and Location
- Founded around 1000 AD, ruled by Genoa Republic from 1276
- Located in Cinque Terre, Italy's most characteristic fishing village
- Surrounded by steeply-terraced olive groves producing finest olive oil
- Attractions
- Medieval castle Belforte built in mid-1500s to protect from pirates
- Church of Santa Margherita di Antiochia built on sea rocks
- Small sandy beach in natural harbor
- Accommodation and Services
- Limited accommodation options: hotels, Airbnbs, and apartments
- Wide range of restaurants from street food to gourmet options
- Starting point for Blue Trail hikes to Monterosso
- Transportation
- Best reached by sea from Milan Malpensa or Pisa airports
- Regular trains connect to Cinque Terre villages
- Car access via scenic A12 and A15 highways
- Two parking lots available: Vernassoa and Cooperativa Vernazza