Church of San Francesco
#4 in Best Things To Do in Cinque Terre
Price & Hours
Details
scorecard
- 5.0Value
- 3.0Facilities
- 5.0Atmosphere
Built in the 17th century, the Church of San Francesco is also known as the Convento dei Cappuccini e Chiesa di San Francesco and the Capuchin Friars Monastery, and it contains many marvelous works of art, including the "Crucifixion"by Anthony van Dyck.
Recent visitors said the view and peaceful atmosphere on the monastery's grounds were worth the strenuous hike to reach it. Others highlighted the harmonious singing and serene atmosphere that emanated from the church, calling it truly beautiful.
You'll find the church, convent and cemetery high on the San Cristoforo hill in Monterosso al Mare. It is free to visit. For more information, visit the monastery's website.
More Best Things To Do in Cinque Terre
1 of 4
2 of 4#1 Footpath Monterosso
The trail that connects Monterosso to Vernazza is a beautiful yet challenging one. At the trailhead, travelers will ascend a daunting number of stairs, but the views of citrus orchards and vineyards more than compensate for the climb. After the initial ascent, the mostly flat trail affords views of the sea and panoramas of Monterosso and Vernazza. On maps, you'll see this marked as the "Blue Trail" and labeled with a No. 2.
Recent travelers agreed that you must be in reasonably good shape to attempt this hike from Monterosso to Vernazza, since there's a steep incline to traverse at the start of the trail. Others recommend beginning your hike early in the morning to avoid the heat and hordes of other tourists.
Explore More of Cinque Terre
If you make a purchase from our site, we may earn a commission. This does not affect the quality or independence of our editorial content.