As time flies, a sense of autumn envelops the landscapes. After the spring winds and summer rains, the mountains and forests are now adorned with a tapestry of vibrant red leaves. Hiking the Great Wall offers a spectacular view of the intense and brilliant red hues that have painted the entire area.

Badaling Great Wall

The Badaling Great Wall is situated on Jundu Mountain, approximately 60 kilometers northwest of Beijing. With an average annual temperature five degrees lower than that of Beijing city, it is one of the earliest areas in Beijing where autumn leaves turn red.

Climbing the Badaling Great Wall, you will have an elevated view, overlooking both the interior and exterior of the Great Wall. The red leaves span from the mountaintop all the way down to the foothills, creating a magnificent sight. On a sunny afternoon during the weekend, consider sitting with family and friends on the Great Wall, soaking up the sun, chatting about life, and enjoying a delightful autumn day.

Address: G6 Beijing-Tibet Expressway, Exit 58 (Badaling Great Wall Scenic Area), Yanqing District, Beijing.

Mutianyu Great Wall

Beijing's Mutianyu Great Wall, with its rich history and splendid culture, is renowned both domestically and internationally as "The Great Wall, with Mutianyu standing out."

Mid-October marks the most brilliant and carefree season at Mutianyu Great Wall, with crisp autumn air and gentle breezes. The golden autumn season adds a gradual spectrum of color to the Great Wall's 3,000-meter stretch. The vibrant red leaves harmonize with the grandeur of the Great Wall, creating picturesque and poetic autumn scenery.

Address: Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing.

Juyongguan Great Wall

The Juyongguan Great Wall is built within a 15-kilometer-long valley with overlapping mountain ranges, lush vegetation, and vibrant flowers. It has been known as "Juyong's Verdant Splendor" since the Jin Dynasty some 800 years ago, making it one of the eight famous views of Yanjing (ancient name for Beijing).

Autumn is the most beautiful season for the Juyongguan Great Wall. Bright red, purple, and golden leaves create a splendid golden autumn scene amid the mountains. When you gaze into the distance, the trees in the mountains don colorful attires, and when a breeze blows, leaves dance gently like butterflies, whispering the message of autumn. Amid these rolling hills and towering walls, an awe-inspiring picturesque scene is painted.

Address: Juyongguan Great Wall, S216, Changping District, Beijing.

Simatai Great Wall

In Beijing, visiting Simatai Great Wall to see red leaves is among the best routes. To admire the red leaves here, you can take a cable car for a panoramic view of the captivating landscape.

At the Xian"nv Building, the scenery becomes more magnificent and beautiful. Down from the cliff's edge, the precipitous cliffs are akin to being cut with knives and axes. Red mist and fog hang on the cliffs. After traversing a mountain path, the imposing "Wangjing Building" is right beside you. From the Wangjing Building, you can enjoy the vibrant colors up close, with different shades of red and yellow leaves surrounding the Great Wall, as well as the red hawthorn and jujube trees on the branches, creating a colorful spectacle.

Address: Simatai Village North, Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing.

Huanghuacheng Lakeside Great Wall

"One leaf is enough to know the coming of autumn." The colorful leaves are like beautiful stamps delivering the message of autumn. Huanghuacheng Great Wall in autumn is the most beautiful season of the year. Tens of thousands of trees gradually change from deep to light colors, creating a picturesque scene. A dazzling yellow landscape is dotted with red, orange, green, and other autumn colors. Each color exhibits various shades, creating a beautiful interplay, much like a painter using pigments to create a vivid composition.

Address: Xishuiyu Village, Jiuduhe Town, Huairou District, Beijing.