Self-driving tours are a great way to relax, so what are some winding mountain roads in Beijing that are perfect for self-driving tours? For details, see the main text below. Here, we recommend a number of great destinations. Interested friends, go and have fun!
1、Guajiaoyu
Guajiaoyu is located in the northern mountainous area of Pinggu, part of the southern foothills of the Yanshan Mountains. It is surrounded by mountains to the north, east and south, with a small hilly basin in the middle, covering an area of about 5 square kilometers. Guajiaoyu Village has 146 households and 460 people. It has a long history and culture, and it is said to have been established during the Chongzhen reign of the Ming Dynasty. It is named Guajiaoyu because the famous general Yang Yanzhao of the Song Dynasty hung his armor here to rest after his victory over the Liao Dynasty.
Pinggu Guajiaoyu Mountain Villa has African maple forests and small wooden houses decorated with red lanterns. In spring, the mountain is covered in peach blossoms, in summer it is lush and green, and in autumn, the mountains are covered in colorful leaves. The winding mountain road in the scenic area is paved with cement, is well-connected, and is narrow, steep, and winding, making it very suitable for self-driving leisure. Invite three or five friends to barbecue in the villa, you can also watch outdoor movies, enjoy the winding mountain roads while enjoying leisurely relaxation…
Address: Guajiaoyu Village, Dahua Mountain Town, Pinggu District
2、Xiaoyunling
The Xiaoyunling Forest Park is famous for its “unique”, “special”, and “dangerous” scenery. Here, the mountains are like a sea, vast and boundless, like a changing sea, majestic and dangerous. The mountain is covered in trees, the foothills are covered with fruit trees, and every rainy season, clear mountain springs flow through the ravines. There are rich plant resources on the mountain, with over 1,500 plant species.
Xiaoyunling, a red holy land in the suburbs of Beijing, has a village called Sanshuili in the mountains. Driving through a mountain tunnel, the small cement road up the mountain only allows one car to pass at a time. On the way, you can see the magnificent Coffin Mountain from afar. At the top of the mountain, there is a small platform. After parking, you can relax in the forest at the top of the mountain. The section of the road is incredibly beautiful, with a steep slope, sharp curves, and a narrow road. It feels like you’re driving straight into the sky…
Address: Xiaoyunling Township, Fangshan District
3、Miaofengshan Road
Miaofengshan Road in the eastern part of Mentougou District is named after the mountain. It is 20.4 kilometers long. In spring, Miaofengshan Road is covered in flowers, and it is the most beautiful place to enjoy a self-driving tour or a bicycle ride. The road scenery and natural scenery are harmoniously unified.
Miaofengshan Road is also an important route for international events such as the Beijing International Mountain Hiking Festival and the Beijing Cycling Race. It is known as the “legendary road cycling paradise”.
Address: Miaofengshan Town, northeast of Mentougou District
4、Cangmi Ancient Road
Cangmi Ancient Road was the name of the passage used to transport rice from Pearl Spring Cangmi Dao Village to the mountainous areas in ancient times. This place is surrounded by mountains and water, with abundant vegetation. The scenery along the winding mountain road is very beautiful. Cangmi Ancient Road is over 100 kilometers long. Here we recommend the section from Pearl Spring Township to Di Shui Hu. The route is surrounded by mountains and water, with ever-changing scenery, and the scenery is breathtaking.
Address: Sisha Highway, Yanqing District
5、Baihe Canyon
In the self-driving circle, there is a saying that “South is Guilin, North is Baihe”. Driving through the winding mountain road in the Cloud Dream Wonderland, the mountains are majestic, the rocks are strange, and there is the Baihe Big Bend, which is similar to the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon.
All the way, the scenery is beautiful. There are many scenic spots such as Heilongtan, Qingliang Valley, Jingling Valley, the First Waterfall, and Miyun Reservoir. The mountain road is steep and winding, but the road surface is very flat. Major car manufacturers often choose this section of road to test the performance of new cars.
Address: Northeast of Jiuxian, Yanqing District
6、Changchi Road
Changchi Road goes from Changping Thirteen Tombs to Chicheng. Along the way, there are imperial tombs, ancient villages, and mountains and rivers. Sometimes it is quiet and leisurely, and sometimes it is steep and winding. Whether you are self-driving for leisure or racing on mountain roads, you will not be disappointed.
Address: Changling Town, Changping District
7、Liushi Road
Liushi Road connects the tourist attractions in the north and south of Fangshan District. Like a golden thread, it links together the natural and cultural landscapes of Xiaoyunling in the north and Shi Du in the south, like bright pearls. It has also gradually accumulated its own unique and rich road culture.
Some people praise it: “If I had known there was Liushi Road, I would not have had to cross the Qinling Mountains.” This shows how beautiful the scenery is on this 26-kilometer mountain road. At the top of the mountain, you feel like you are in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Looking out into the distance, the mountains are majestic, a truly magnificent sight of the Qinling Mountains!
Address: Liushi Road, Fangshan District
8、Yanshan Tianchi
Surrounding Yanshan Tianchi, from Chicheng, Hebei to Yanqing’s Longqing Gorge, there is a winding mountain road about 60 kilometers long. The scenery is beautiful, the mountains are clear and the water is beautiful. In summer, the trees are lush and green, and in autumn, the mountains are covered in red leaves. Driving slowly with friends or a loved one through this white mountain and black water, it has a special charm.
Address: 20 kilometers northeast of Yanqing District
9、Baihua Mountain
Baihua Mountain South Scenic Area, you can drive directly to the top of the mountain. The winding cement mountain road goes up to the top of the mountain in layers. At the sharp turns, it is difficult for ordinary cars to turn, so there are special turning areas called “Dragon Returning” and “Phoenix Swinging its Tail”. Driving up the mountain along the road, the scenery is endless.
Address: Qingshui Town, Mentougou District
10、Hongjing Road
The most visually impactful road in the capital! The most stunning part of Hongjing Road is the winding mountain road near Niangniangmiao Mountain. This is the most deadly attractive section of Hongjing Road, which is known as the “Six Plates” by the local maintenance team.
Located between Honggangkou Village in Shi Du Town and Xiaoyunling Township on Highway 108, it is now a popular destination for self-driving tours and cycling.
Address: Wolong Village, Shi Du Town, Fangshan District
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