Cinque Terre day 2

A landslide caused Via dell’Amore to be closed
So a more difficult alternative route is proposed.
Chris was again eager to hike some more
I’d pulled a muscle and was feeling too sore.

So he set off from Maranola past the old mill wheel
I sipped a coffee, absorbing the scenery so surreal.
Access to these towns is only by train, foot or boat
Sense of community so strong when living this remote.

Mesmerised by the bobbing boats, secured to the quay
Tasted a slice of the local farinata, made from chickpea.
Liguria is well known for it’s tasty pesto vibrant green
Pesto making classes available for those into cuisine.

Enjoyed solo time before onto Riomaggiore I had to go
When sweat soaked and hungry, Chris finally did show.
A fresh T-shirt required so in the souvenir places shopped
Wood fired pizza devoured before onto a ferry we hopped.

Onto Porto Venere we did gently cruise
Into its enticing harbour town, to peruse.
Colourful homes and bobbing boats make quite a sight
Looked down upon by a church striped black and white.

Picturesque archways perfect to look through
Cliff caves and ocean create a calming view.
Aperitif sipped at a restaurant waterside
Along with a local dish of fish deep fried.

Ambled back to the ferry our pace very slow
Watching fading rays emit a warm amber glow.
Achievement satisfaction on reaching our stop
Feeling contented as finally into bed we did flop.Read more