A new multi-use trail between St. Jacob's Market and Northfield ION Station officially opened Thursday.
The trail that runs along the railway corridor is open to those who want to run, cycle or walk between the two locations.
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The Waterloo region says the 1.5-kilometer trail will be maintained during the winter to allow for sustainable transportation year-round.
The trail also has spots for decorative installations, benches, and bike racks with space for future bike shares and scooter share stations.
The Market Trail is ready for the community to enjoy.
This new he 1.5km multi-use trail runs between Northfield Drive and Farmers Market Road.
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— Waterloo Region (@RegionWaterloo) 2022 August 17, 2017
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Mainly Northfield Station, St. Jacobs, Elmira Used on the Waterloo Central Railway, providing historic train travel between A second phase of the
trail is currently under development and will connect to the Parkside Drive multi-use road in the City of Waterloo.
After completing the next stage, the path will connect to Kitchener's Iron Horse Trail.
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