View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Marmion Abbey

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View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Marmion Abbey

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View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Marmion Abbey

02:06

36.0km

130m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 255 m for 75 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.3 km

Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice wooden bridge along the Fox River Trail. The bridge is for non-motorized traffic only, so you can stop and enjoy the wonderful setting.

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Step into 1854 at the Batavia Depot Museum, a historic Gothic Revival railroad depot. Here you can find exhibits on Batavia’s rail history, windmill production, agriculture, and commerce—even a visit …

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Fabyan Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Fabyan Forest Preserve is a popular, well-loved park Geneva, Illinois. Located right on the Fox River, there are several natural and historic features; there is the Fabyan Villa Museum, …

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17.1 km

View of Fabyan Windmill

Highlight • Monument

The Fabyan Windmill is an authentic Dutch windmill still in operation. It is a structure dating from about 1950 and is located on what was the property of Colonel George …

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18.7 km

Island Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Island Park, a riverside haven offering enchanting vistas of the Fox River. Unwind in the embrace of nature as you enjoy a tree house playground and a pavilion, ideal for …

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22.0 km

Fox River Trail (FRT)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved trail winds along the Fox River, providing a stunning view of the water, with plenty of break points along the way. French explorers, missionaries, and traders built their …

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23.9 km

Riverside Park (Buie Park)

Highlight • Rest Area

This park sits at the juncture of the Fox River Trail (which runs north and south along the river) and a spur of the long-distance Illinois Prairie Path, which you …

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28.6 km

Batavia Historic District

Highlight • Historical Site

Within the Batavia Historic District, a captivating journey unfolds, offering a glimpse into the early 20th-century charm of Batavia. While time has transformed the landscape, remnants like George Burton's Grocery …

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36.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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