In Italy, the “Path of Love” (Via dell’Amore) will reopen on July 27, 12 years after the landslide in September 2012, which injured four Australian tourists and highlighted the urgent need for reconstruction and repairs in the region, according to BBC.

The 800-meter-long path, carved into steep cliffs with stunning views of the Ligurian Sea, has a 104-year history and a future that heavily depends on the preservation of Italy’s coastal landscapes.

Before its closure, this stunning route was one of the most famous sections of a 130-kilometer network of trails.

Ironically, no one ever planned to build the Path of Love. Today, Riomaggiore and Manarola—vertical villages perched on magnificent cliffs with tightly stacked houses—attract millions of foreign tourists, following the colorful Italian fantasy. But initially, they were simple coastal farming settlements. They were connected by an ancient path over a steep ridge so difficult to traverse that communication was challenging, and the two small villages spoke different dialects.

How to visit Cinque Terre:

The “Five Lands” of Cinque Terre—Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore—are located within the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and are interconnected by 48 trails of varying intensity.

The best way to explore Cinque Terre is by taking the Cinque Terre Express trains, which run every 20 minutes and connect all five towns. Alternatively, you can wear your hiking boots and explore the trails with the Cinque Terre Card, which gives visitors access to the park and its services, including guided tours and free restrooms. Stop to taste local delicacies such as pesto pasta, Ligurian focaccia, and sardines. You can also visit the villages by ferry. Four of the park’s trails are now accessible to people with disabilities.