View of Fabyan Windmill – Fabyan Forest Preserve loop from Geneva
View of Fabyan Windmill – Fabyan Forest Preserve loop from Geneva
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View of Fabyan Windmill – Fabyan Forest Preserve loop from Geneva
02:04
40.9km
130m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 11, 2026
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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable
Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.
After 8.74 km for 457 m
After 9.38 km for 1.11 km
After 12.8 km for 2.07 km
After 15.1 km for 1.53 km
After 17.1 km for 445 m
After 18.5 km for 579 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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2.09 km
Fabyan Windmill
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
2.10 km
View of Fabyan Windmill
Highlight • Monument
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2.30 km
Fabyan Forest Preserve
Highlight • Forest
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3.73 km
View of the island north of Batavia
Highlight • Viewpoint
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3.87 km
Batavia Historic Industrial Building
Highlight • Historical Site
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5.39 km
Fox River Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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30.8 km
North Aurora Dam
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
37.1 km
Batavia Depot Museum
Highlight • Historical Site
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40.9 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
28.1 km
5.74 km
3.74 km
1.89 km
1.22 km
130 m
Surfaces
19.6 km
15.2 km
5.59 km
274 m
107 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're seeking a relaxed and scenic road cycling escape near Geneva, the View of Fabyan Windmill – Fabyan Forest Preserve loop from Geneva is an excellent choice. This moderate 25.4-mile (40.9 km) road cycling route, featuring a gentle 419 feet (128 metres) of elevation gain, can be comfortably completed in about 2 hours and 3 minutes, making it ideal for a leisurely outing or a family-friendly ride.
What to expect on View of Fabyan Windmill – Fabyan Forest Preserve loop from Geneva
This route offers a delightful journey, primarily on paved paths that hug the scenic Fox River, providing continuous river views. You'll glide through the Fabyan Forest Preserve, where wooded areas give way to open fields, vibrant with wildflowers in spring and rich with fall colors later in the year. The highlight is undoubtedly the iconic Fabyan Windmill, a historic Dutch structure, along with the serene Japanese Tea Garden and the Fabyan Villa Museum. The terrain is largely flat and well-maintained, making it suitable for cyclists of all skill levels and requiring good fitness without being overly strenuous.
Planning your visit
The Fabyan Forest Preserve is an excellent starting point, offering ample parking. The multi-use trails are shared with hikers and joggers, so be mindful of others. While the route is enjoyable year-round, spring and fall offer particularly beautiful scenery with wildflowers or colorful foliage. Consider an early start on weekends to enjoy the tranquility before the trails get busier.
Trail details
- Distance: 25.4 miles (40.9 km)
- Elevation gain: 419 feet (128 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 3 minutes
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