A veteran of the Beijing skiing scene, the Huaibei International Ski Resort caters to beginners and advanced skiers, as well as snowboarders. Founded in 2000, there are approximately eight slopes in total, including two advanced trails, two for intermediates and four for beginners.  As well, there are four lifts, making it the largest international ski resort in Beijing. Huaibei’s best asset is arguably a stunning view of the Great Wall. It’s best to book ski passes in advance. Otherwise, not doing so will cost you twice as much.

Prices:

Entrance Fees:  20RMB.

Weekday passes: 240 RMB; 120RMB (with reservation). Weekend day pass 380RMB; 180RMB (with reservation). Spring Festival and New Year day pass 410RMB; 210RMB (with reservation).

Night skiing is available 7-9.30pm at 90RMB per session. A five-day night skiing pass costs 550RMB.

Prices include ski rental. Ski apparel and lockers cost extra.

If you’ve got your own skis or board and want to ski all season, you can buy a season pass for 1,680RMB.

Hours: Open: 8am-6pm daily; night skiing 5-9.30pm daily.

Address in Chinese: 怀柔区怀北镇河防口村

Contact: Telephone 8969 6677

Address: Hefangkou Cun, Huaibei Zhen, Huairou district

Address in Chinese: 怀柔区怀北镇河防口村

Web www.hbski.com

Getting There

Huaibei is about 70km from Beijing. Your best bet is to catch the free shuttle bus that departs from Dongzhimen bus station at 8.10am and returns at 4.30pm. Reserve your place at least one day in advance. The 936 bus also goes from Dongzhimen Wai bus stop to Huaibei Guoji Huaxuechang – just make sure to get on the slow bus.

If you’re travelling by car, take the Jingcheng Expressway and exit at Huairou. When you reach the Huairou Kaifanglu roundabout (about 5km north of Yanxi Lake) take the 111 National Expressway until you see the resort.