It’s known as the green heart of Italy because of its forested hills and landlocked location. But the region of Umbria, in central Italy, is about to become the beating heart of the country – or, even, the very fast beating heart – thanks to its new tourist attraction.

A new pedestrian footbridge suspended across a ravine is said to be the highest of its kind in Europe, slung 175 meters, or 574 feet, above the void.

It connects two picture-perfect locations: Sellano, a medieval village about an hour southeast of the regional capital Perugia, and Montesanto, a hamlet on the other side of the Vigi river in the Valnerina valley.

The walk – just under half a mile long – takes around 30-45 minutes to complete.

The bridge, which opened in time for the Easter holiday weekend, takes a maximum of 90 visitors per hour-long slot. Reservations are currently open until May 5.

Visitors must wear suitable footwear, and must be 120cm tall, or just under 4 feet. Tickets are available online.