【Spotlight】Recently "Beijing release" recommends 11 cycling routes to punch in. The most appropriate time to meet the most beautiful ride.

1、Drum Tower - Yandaixie Steeet - Shichahai route

Recommended route: Bell and Drum Tower – Yandaixie Street - Yindian Bridge - Shichahai

The Bell Drum Tower in Beijing is an embodiment of the centuries-old history of this ancient city. It has witnessed the cycles and changes of dynasties. If you want to experience the history of the capital while riding, the route along the Drum Tower and Shichahai is a good choice.

When you ride your bike to Shichahai, you will pass by one of the oldest commercial streets in Beijing, Yandaixie Street. Moving on, there are weeping willows along the coast, lotus flowers in summer,ice rink in winter... Shichahai has different scenery in four seasons. 

2、Three Hills and Five Gardens Greenway

Recommended route: Haidian Park - Beiwu Park - Yuquan Park - Xiangshan Park  - Xishan National Forest Park

The Three Mountains and Five Gardens Greenway connects the most places of attractions and historical gardens, with a total length of 36.09 kilometers and a green area of 51.34 hectares, making it an enjoyable cycling option.

3、The cycling route of Tongzhou Grand Canal in suburban Beijing　　

Recommended route: Caoyun Wharf - Canal Culture Square - Liuyin Square

The cycling route of Tongzhou Grand Canal in suburban Beijing starts with Caoyun Wharf and ends with Canal Culture Square and Liuyin Square. The cycling lane is 50 to 60 kilometers long. There are pavilions and green trees along the water system. 

4、Yingcheng Jiandu Waterfront Greenway

Recommended route: Muxidi - Baiyunguan - Tianning Temple - Beijing Binhe Park - Jinzhongdu Park - Daguanyuan - Taoranting - Yongdingmen Park

Beijing Yingcheng Jiandu Waterfront Greenway starts from Muxidi in the north and ends at Yongdingmen Bridge in the south, which is a cycling route to enjoy the greenery and slow life. Not only can you ride around the river and under the shade of green, but also pass through scenic spots such as Baiyunguan, Tianning Temple, Beijing Binhe Park, Jinzhongdu Park, Daguanyuan and Taoranting. 

5、Wenyu River Waterfront Greenway

Recommended route: Jinyu Bridge - Tongxiang Road - Mixi Road - Friendship Bridge - Canal Cultural Square

Wenyu River greenway, a waterfront greenway, is located along the Wenyu River. Through Changping, Shunyi, Chaoyang and Tongzhou, the total gross floor area is 417 hectares, and the total length of the the greenway is 108 km. 

The Wenyu River is one of the few natural rivers in Beijing with water all year round. After many years of ecological construction, it has formed a beautiful waterfront with green banks and flying waterbirds. 

6、Ecological Corridor of the Gui River

Recommended route: Wild Duck Lake - Runze Ecological Manor - South shore of West Lake - Yanqing County - the ecological corridor of the Gui River - Liugou – Yongning

The ecological corridor of the Gui River is a veritable ecological gallery of mountains and waters, all of which are greened and beautified in three dimensions according to the style of garden vignettes. The entire route is about 70 kilometers long, close to the county and the surrounding area of the Guihe River, with attractions such as Wild Duck Lake National Wetland Park, Xiadu Park, Guishui Park and Riverfront Forest park.

7、Yanqi Lake

Recommended route: Yanqi Lake - Sunrise East - The dam viewing platform of Yanqi Lake Road – Laopu Wenhuai park – Guhuai Xiyu Park - Jiudu River

Yanqi Lake is located at the foot of Yanshan Mountain, 8 kilometers north of Huairou City in the suburb of Beijing. It is an amphibious area centered on the lake. Every spring and autumn, flocks of wild geese often come to live in the lake, hence the name.

8、Around the Ming Tombs’ Reservoir　

Recommended route: the Ming Tombs - Around the Ming Tombs’Reservoir

The Ming Tombs’ Reservoir is a popular route for cyclists, with a circular distance of 18 kilometers. This route is mostly flat, with little exercise intensity and low route difficulty, making it a suitable route for weekend relaxation.

9、The ultimate goal of Ansi Road - Sihai Town

Recommended route: Ansi Road - Xiaotang Mountain - Xingshou Town – Cibei Valley – Huanghua Town - Apricot Tree Terrace - Yanshou Mountain - Sihai Town

Sihai is the first slope in the north of Beijing, and also the classic route of the Tour of Beijing. It passes through Xiaotang Mountain, Iron Wall and Silver Mountain, Jiudu River and Huanghua Town, where you can appreciate the dense of Xiaotang Mountain, visit the unique style of Yinshan Pagoda Forest, but also go to Huanghua Town’s Reservoir, which is called "Little West Lake" by locals, and enjoy the wonders of the ancient Great Wall and Jintang Pass City. Cycling in late spring and early summer is a must for cycling enthusiasts in the capital, not only to get ahead but also to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

10、100 - mile landscape corridor

Recommended route: The Ming Tombs - Yongning - Baihebao - Qianjiadian - Tanghekou – Liuli Temple

Beijing Yanqing's 100 - mile Landscape Gallery is located in Qianjiadian Town in the northeastern of Yanqing County, and consists of six small spots: Yanshan Tianchi, Fetrified wood Group, Dishui Lake, " luxuriant green sceneries", Qixianling, and Pearl Spring, with a total length of more than 100 kilometers, hence it is named as 100 - mile Landscape Gallery.

11、Beijing's climbing myth - Miaofeng Mountain　　

Recommended route: Yongdinglou - Sanjiadian Reservoir - Danli Tunnel - Miaofeng Mountain’s decorated archway - Golden Peak Miaofeng Mountain

The Miaofeng Mountain cycling route is a myth in the minds of most cycling enthusiasts in Beijing, and is also a watershed for cycling rookies and cycling enthusiasts. It is often used for various mountain trekking conferences and professional road bike races, and is known as the "legendary road bike mecca".