The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism recently introduced five cycling routes covering diverse experiences such as culture, nature, waterways, and family fun, inviting you to enjoy Beijing's picturesque spring scenery by bike.
Route 1: "Admire Blossoms and Discover History" – A Cultural and Scenic Ride Along the Grand Canal
Grand Canal Museum of Beijing → Beijing Library → Beijing Performing Arts Center → Beijing Grand Canal Cultural Scenic Area's Greenway → Cherry Blossom Courtyard
Beijing Grand Canal Cultural Scenic Area's Greenway
[Photo via the official WeChat account of the Tongzhou District Bureau of Culture and Tourism]
This route combines sightseeing with cultural exploration as it connects Beijing's three new cultural landmarks with splendid spring scenery. You can enjoy a seamless, immersive experience that combines cultural discovery, greenway cycling, and flower appreciation along the historic canal.
Route 2: "Tour the Ancient Capital at a Leisurely Pace" – A Charming Ride Through Historic Beijing
Qianmen Street → MIXUE (Shadow Puppet-Themed Store) → ALittle Tea (Chongwenmen Glorymall Branch) → Temple of Heaven → 24 Solar Terms Park → Southeast 2nd Ring Waterfront Greenway (Dongcheng Section)
[Photo via VCG]
This route is designed for slow travel in urban Beijing, highlighting the city's historic heritage. It links the traditional, charming Qianmen, the spring scenery of the Temple of Heaven, and a waterfront greenway. The road conditions are easy and comfortable throughout, allowing you to sightsee, dine, relax, and visit landmarks along the Beijing Central Axis. It is a classic route suitable for the whole family, offering an immersive experience of Beijing's traditional charm.
Route 3: "Cycle Around the Lake While Exploring Cultural Heritage" – A Scenic Ride to Explore the Canal's Source
West Gate of Baifuquan Park → Grand Canal Source Heritage Park → Baifuquan Park's Greenway
Baifuquan Park
[Photo via Beijing Daily App]
This route takes cyclists around the lake and through cultural relics at the source of the Grand Canal. At the Grand Canal Source Heritage Park, you can find cultural relics along the way. Then continue along the greenway of Baifuquan Park, where you can relax yourself and enjoy the serene ecological surroundings in suburban Beijing.
Route 4: "Changyang's Artistic Brilliance and Waterside Flowers" – A Ride Through Cultural and Ecological Highlights
Smart Changyang Art Museum → Changyang Waterfront Forest Park's Fitness Trail → Hanjian Fine Art Gallery → Changyang Park's Leisure Trail
Changyang Waterfront Forest Park
[Photo via the Beijing Municipal Forestry and Parks Bureau]
Blending artistic exploration with waterfront cycling, this route connects two cultural landmarks and two greenways in Changyang Town of Fangshan District, offering an outdoor adventure that integrates cycling, art appreciation, and sightseeing.
Route 5: "Green Rhythms of Southern Beijing" – A Healing Ride Through Greenways
Niantan Park's Leisure Greenway → Yongding Park's Leisure Greenway → Langfa Urban Forest Park's Greenway
Yongding Park
[Photo via the Beijing Municipal Forestry and Parks Bureau]
This mind-soothing route connects three major ecological landmarks in the southern part of Beijing: Niantan Park, Yongding Park, and Langfa Urban Forest Park. Enjoy the natural wildness and ecological charm of southern Beijing as you cycle through lush greenways.
The spring scenery is just perfect. Pick any route and head out.
By the way, which cycling route do you like the most? Welcome to leave a message and share.
(Source: Beijing Youth Daily App)
