Manarola, the second village (when coming from the north), is enchanting whether you arrive by train or via the famous “Path of Love” (Via dell’Amore). Upon arrival, you pass through a tunnel connecting the train station to the town’s main square. Along the tunnel walls are photographs depicting local life over the years—agricultural work, farming methods, and traditional crafts.

It’s believed that the name Manarola is a distortion of magna rota, meaning “large wheel,” referring to the mill wheel that once operated in the local flour mill.

It’s worth walking down to the beach, which has a narrow strip of sand, and along the way, you’ll see fishing boats “parked” on the paths. From the sea-view terrace, you can follow a narrow path to a stunning viewpoint, which is also part of the continuation of the “Path of Love.”