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Basilica of the Sacred Heart – Michigan River Valley Trail loop from Niles

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Basilica of the Sacred Heart – Michigan River Valley Trail loop from Niles

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4.6

(6933)

18,002

riders

Basilica of the Sacred Heart – Michigan River Valley Trail loop from Niles

01:54

41.9km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.7 km for 119 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.02 km

Indiana Michigan River Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Indiana-Michigan River Valley Trail runs along the eastern bank of the St. Joseph River. The route runs on the old abandoned railroad of the New York Central Railroad. The trail passes through Riverfront Park in downtown Niles, which was an important station.

Tip by

4.62 km

Brandywine Creek Nature Park

Nature Reserve

3

17.5 km

Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Highlight • Religious Site

This is a beautiful neo-gothic church that was built at the end of the 19th century. It has 44 stained glass windows and a tall basilica bell tower. Tou can visit from 9am until 9pm during university term time and from 4pm during holidays. Admission is free.

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4

37.4 km

Michigan River Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

B

41.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.4 km

5.26 km

2.80 km

1.06 km

328 m

Surfaces

21.4 km

20.2 km

308 m

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