The difficulty of the hike from Riomaggiore to Manarola depends on which path you take. The world-famous Via dell'Amore (Path of Love) is a very easy, flat, 900-meter paved walkway that hugs the cliffside; it finally fully reopened in late 2024 after more than a decade of repairs and is accessible to almost everyone, including those with strollers. However, as of 2026, access requires a pre-booked ticket and follows a one-way flow from Riomaggiore to Manarola. If you prefer a more traditional hike, the Beccara Path (n. 531) is the alternative route. This hike is extremely strenuous and difficult; it is a steep, vertical climb involving hundreds of stone steps up the mountainside and a sharp descent into the next village. While it only takes about an hour, it requires good physical fitness and sturdy footwear. For most tourists, the easy Via dell'Amore provides the stunning coastal views they seek without the intense physical exertion of the higher mountain trails.