Monterosso al Mare is an ancient fishing village situated in the Ligurian Riviera, between the tip of Punta Mesco and the island of Tinetto. It is surrounded by hills of terraced vineyards and olive groves. The splendid beaches, magnificent sheer cliffs, and crystal clear waters make Monterosso the most charming village of the Ligurian Riviera.

Monterosso is the best-equipped village for tourists in the entire Cinque Terre; the hotels and guest houses provide warm and friendly hospitality and the reataurants offer typical dishes of the Ligurian coast. You can also taste the famous wines of the Cinque Terre, whose praises were sung by the famous poet and scholar, Petrarca.