Most Beautiful Cycling Routes in Beijing in Autumn

The air is crisp and refreshing, making it the perfect time for cycling. There are many beautiful cycling routes in Beijing for you to choose from. You can invite a few friends and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery on weekends or holidays! Let’s take a look at some of the best autumn cycling routes!

1、Xicheng District

Zhonglou-Yandai Xiejie-Yinding Bridge-Shichahai

Difficulty:★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing are the embodiment of the centuries of history of this ancient city. If you want to experience Beijing’s history while cycling, the Drum Tower – Shichahai route is a good choice. Riding a bicycle to Shichahai, you will pass by the oldest commercial street in Beijing – Yandai Xiejie. Continuing on, the weeping willows along the shore, the lotus flowers in summer, and the ice rink in winter… Shichahai has different scenery in every season.

Riding a bicycle to Shichahai, you will pass by the oldest commercial street in Beijing – Yandai Xiejie. Continuing on, the weeping willows along the shore, the lotus flowers in summer, and the ice rink in winter… Shichahai has different scenery in every season.

2、Haidian District

Haidian Park-Beiwu Park-Yuquan Park-Xiangshan Park-West Mountain National Forest Park

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Sanshanwu Garden Green Path: It is known as the green corridor connecting the most historical gardens and scenic spots, with a total length of 36.09 kilometers and a green area of 51.34 hectares. It is definitely a worthwhile cycling choice. Starting from the green path entrance by the Huoqiying Bridge, heading north all the way, the scenery on both sides of the green path is very open, and you can also encounter many rare native plants along the way.

3、Tongzhou District

Canyun Wharf-Grand Canal Cultural Square-Liuyin Square

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Grand Canal cycling route in suburban Tongzhou starts from Canyun Wharf and ends at the Grand Canal Cultural Square and Liuyin Square. The dedicated cycling path is 50 to 60 kilometers long. Along the waterway, there are pavilions, blue water and green trees.

4、Xicheng District

Muhuidi-Baiyun Temple-Tianning Temple-Beijing Binhe Park-Jinzhongdu Park-Da Guan Yuan-Taoranting-Yongdingmen Park

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Beijing City Wall Construction Waterside Green Path starts from Muhuidi in the north and ends at Yongdingmen Bridge in the south. Not only can you cycle along the river under the shade of trees, but you can also pass by scenic spots such as Baiyun Temple, Tianning Temple, Beijing Binhe Park, Jinzhongdu Park, Da Guan Yuan and Taoranting, which is a cycling route where you can enjoy the greenery and a slow pace of life.

5、Changping District-Tongzhou District

Jinyu Bridge-Tongxiang Road-Mixi Road-Youyi Bridge-Grand Canal Cultural Square

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Wenyu River Green Path is located along the Wenyu River, a type of waterfront green path. It passes through four districts: Changping, Shunyi, Chaoyang and Tongzhou, with a total construction area of 417 hectares and a total length of 108 kilometers. Wenyu River is one of the few natural rivers in Beijing with perennial water. After years of ecological construction, it has formed a beautiful waterfront scenery with clear water, green banks and birds flying.

6、Yanqing District

Yeyahu-South Bank of West Lake-Yanqing Urban Area-Guihe Ecological Corridor-Liugou-Beijing World Horticultural Expo Park

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The Guihe Ecological Corridor is all beautified by three-dimensional landscaping in the style of garden miniatures, making it a true mountain and water ecological gallery. The entire route is about 70 kilometers long, adjacent to the urban area and surrounding the Guishui River. It has scenic spots such as Yeyahu National Wetland Park, Xiadu Park, Guishui Park, Ten-thousand-acre Riverbank Forest Park, etc. This route can be said to be a “holy land” for foodies and cycling enthusiasts. Along the way, you can taste the “Firepot Tofu Banquet” in Liugou, the “Sweet Potato Banquet” in Xiwang Huaying, the “Li’s Fried Cakes” in Xia Shui Mo, the “All-Fish Banquet” in Yeyahu, and the Yongning “Fire Shovel” and other local specialties.

7、Huairou District

International Convention Center-Sunrise Oriental-Yanqi Nianluo Dam Viewing Platform-Lao Pu Wen Huai Park-Guhuai Xiyu Park-Jiudao River

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

Yanqi Lake is located 8 kilometers north of Huairou City in the suburbs of Beijing, at the foot of the Yanshan Mountains. It is a water and land area centered on the lake surface. Every spring and autumn, groups of wild geese come to the lake to roost, hence the name. The cycling route is about 20 kilometers long, passing through Yanqi Lake Road, Yanqi Lake Main Dam, Yanqi Lake West Road and Yanqi Lake North Road. Along the way, you can take in all the beauty of Yanqi Lake.

8、Changping District

Mangshan Forest Park-Around Shisanling Reservoir

Difficulty:★★

Scenery:★★★★★

Shisanling Reservoir: The lake surface is vast and boundless, like a fairyland. Looking at the rippling waves and the vast mountains in the distance, blowing the autumn wind, your mood will also become cheerful. The route around Shisanling Reservoir is a popular route for cycling enthusiasts. The entire route is nearly 18 kilometers long, with most of it being flat, making it a low-intensity route with low difficulty, suitable for weekend relaxation.

9、Huairou District & Yanqing District

Xiaotangshan-Xingshou Town-Cibieyu-Huang Huacheng-Xingshutai-Yanshou Mountain-Sihai Town

Difficulty;★★★★

Scenery:★★★★★

Ansi Line: A classic route for the Beijing Ring Race, passing through Xiaotangshan, Tiebi Yinshan, Jiudao River, Huang Huacheng. You can enjoy the misty Xiaotangshan, visit the unique Yinshan Pagoda Forest, and go to Huang Huacheng Reservoir, known as “Little West Lake” by locals, to admire the spectacular sight of the ancient Great Wall and Jin Tang Guancheng city and water reflecting each other. As an essential cycling route for advanced cyclists in Beijing, riding in autumn allows you not only to advance but also to enjoy the stunning scenery.

10、Yanqing District

Shisanling-Yongning-Baihebao-Qianjiadian-Tanghekou-Lude Temple

Difficulty:★★★★

Scenery:★★★★★

The 100-mile Mountain and Water Gallery in Yanqing, Beijing: Located in Ganjiadian Town, northeastern Yanqing District, it consists of scenic spots such as Yanshan Tianchi, Fossilized Wood Group, Di Shui Lake, Qixianling, Pearl Spring, etc., with a total length of over 100 kilometers, hence the name “100-mile Mountain and Water Gallery”. Among them, the Baihe Canyon located in Miyun, with its rugged roads, requires crossing several mountain ridges. The beautiful Baihe Valley and the magnificent Black River Canyon have nurtured a rich collection of tourist resources, including the magical silicified wood group, the magnificent Di Shui waterfall and the mysterious Wulong Canyon.

11、Mentougou District

Yongdinglou-Sanjiadian Reservoir-Danli ChoudDao-Miaofeng Mountain Archway-Jinding Miaofeng Mountain

Difficulty:★★★★★

Scenery:★★★★★

“Mountains on all sides are like paintings, no day in the year without flowers” with its special scenery, winding mountain roads, quiet villages, and flowers blooming between the cliffs. The Miaofeng Mountain cycling route is a legend in the minds of most cycling enthusiasts in Beijing, and it is also a watershed for cycling newbies and cycling enthusiasts. It often hosts various mountain hiking events and professional road cycling races, and it is known as “the legendary road bike holy land”. Cyclists ascend along the winding mountain road, with cliffs on one side and abysses on the other, making it very exciting and thrilling. However, the mountain roads are dangerous, so be sure to pay attention to safety!