Vernazza, Coastal fishing village in Cinque Terre, Italy
The village extends from its natural harbor up the rocky cliff, with narrow lanes and tall houses in shades of pink, yellow, and orange.
Founded in 1080, Vernazza developed as a maritime base, with the construction of its defensive castle protecting against sea raids and pirates.
The Church of Santa Margherita d'Antiochia stands by the sea, displaying Gothic-Ligurian architecture with an octagonal bell tower from 1318.
Visitors can reach Vernazza by regional trains that connect La Spezia to Genoa, or by hiking trails from neighboring Cinque Terre villages.
The village maintains its status as the sole natural port in Cinque Terre, where fishing boats still dock in the small protected harbor.
Location: Province of La Spezia
Capital city: Vernazza
Elevation above the sea: 3 m
Part of: Cinque Terre
Shares border with: Beverino, Monterosso al Mare, Riccò del Golfo di Spezia, Riomaggiore, Pignone
Website: https://comune.vernazza.sp.it
GPS coordinates: 44.13516,9.68385
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:24
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