The path between Station Road in Melbourn and the railway station in neighbouring Meldreth has received a 'welcome upgrade' from the Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP).
The upgrade means that the commuter route will be more accessible for people looking to walk or cycle around the Melbourn area.
Pedestrians and cyclists will now benefit from a widened and newly surfaced path, with parking areas for bikes and improved lighting to make the route safer.
Over the last couple of months, overgrown plants and debris have been cleared from the Station Road diversion route, and trial holes have been dug on the Meldreth link to access underground conditions.
Cllr Elisa Meschini, chair of the Greater Cambridge Partnership, said: "Considerable work has gone into making this popular route safer and more accessible.
"We are thrilled to have delivered a wider, smoother and better lit path which will help make everyday journeys much more enjoyable for those walking and cycling to and from the station year round."
The path runs through fields and under the A10, and connects commuters travelling to work or school with the station's southern platform.
Cambridgeshire county councillor Susan van de Ven said: "I’m delighted to see this much improved route now reopened to the public.
"It’s a vital community link for people who get around without a car, and for Meldreth Station users who live, study or work in Melbourn.
"New lighting will make this a much more attractive route, as will cycle parking. Together with hundreds of other daily users, I look forward to getting back on the path.
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"Thanks to all for their patience during the construction period, and to the team who made it happen."
The plans are part of the Melbourn Greenway, which aims to enable safer and easier travel for Melbourn, Meldreth, Shepreth, Foxton and Hauxton.
People will be better connected to jobs, schools, services and opportunities along the A10, with wider paths, better crossings and safer 20mph streets.
Designs are currently being finalised for Shepreth and Foxton, and a walking and cycling link across the A505 is in development, improving links between Royston and Cambridge.
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