After a short train ride we found the trail and traversed above Manarola.
The "Trail of Tulips" rises quite steeply up a stunning ridge above town. Sadly we were early for the tulips, but the hike was still quite beautiful.
The rail here is the monorail used to haul harvested grapes and farming supplies.
Manarola
After the steep climb we traversed this quite pleasant trail towards Groppo.
The land of stairs!
and many vineyards.
This section of trail was particularly picturesque and quiet.
Looking north to "our" village of Corniglia (closest point) and further to Punta Mesco (distant large point) where we hiked yesterday.
Here a farmer transports fertilizer on the monorail above the sea.
The steep descent to Riomaggiore.
Onto the busy main avenue.
A few paces from the train station a nice path leads out along cliffs and afforded a view of our route along and down the ridge into town.
Another fine hike for sure!
Now we pack our bags and head to Florence.
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