Spring has now truly sprung, and if you're in Beijing and looking for a waterfront escape to enjoy some relaxing leisure time, the Bahe Riverside Greenway is an excellent choice. 

Stretching for 2.3 kilometers, this scenic path offers visitors a taste of true springtime delight: you can admire the colorful blossoms along the banks, go for a waterside bike ride, or even venture out onto the gentle waters by paddleboard or kayak. There is no shortage of exciting activities here.

Fun Activity 1: City Walks

The Bahe Riverside Greenway connects the major commercial hubs of INDIGO and Langyuan Station, while passing through Jiangfu Park, Tuofangying Park, and Binhe Park. The striking orange-hued landscape along the way makes for a picturesque setting, perfect for capturing bright and refreshing photos. In the summer, visitors can also book water activities like paddleboarding at the INDIGO Marina.

Fun Activity 2: Savor Your Leisure Time by Cycling and Strolling

If you're fond of cycling, start from INDIGO and follow the Bahe River cycling path eastward for a scenic journey through a corridor of blooming flowers. Want a more laid-back experience? Head to Langyuan Station, where you can explore its industrial-style bookstores and linger in its art galleries.

Fun Activity 3: Picnic & Sunset: Enjoy a Romantic Date

Jiangfu Park features a vast open lawn, where you can get together with a few friends or bring along your pet for a delightful picnic. For a truly magical moment, visit Xuanri Bridge at dusk to watch the sunset. As night falls, take a stroll to Langyuan Station and choose from its variety of restaurants to cap off a beautiful day with a delicious meal.

Handy Tips

• Subway: Take Line 14 to Jiangtai Station (将台站), exit from Exit A, and walk 10 minutes to Jiangtai Riverside Park. You can also take Line 14 to Wangjing South Station (望京南站), exit from Exit B, and cycle five minutes to Langyuan Station.

• Driving: Navigate to " INDIGO Parking Lot" (颐堤港停车场) (12 yuan/hour) or "Langyuan Station Parking Lot" (郎园Station停车场).

• Water activities: For paddleboarding or kayaking, advance reservations are required, and professional coaching is mandatory. Beginners should not venture onto the water alone.

• Seasonal tip: In spring, when the Chinese violet cress blooms, and in autumn, during the ginkgo leaf season, the area can get crowded. To capture crowd-free shots, it's best to arrive early. Some sections of the greenway are still being improved—check the latest updates on the "Bahe Riverside Greenway" (坝河滨水绿道) in advance.

Call your friends and go explore this beautiful riverbank floral corridor!

(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)