When is the best time to view the red leaves in Gubei Water Town?

Shuigu Town is an ancient town with a long history. As the weather gets colder and autumn slowly arrives, Gubei Water Town also welcomes the most beautiful scenery in autumn. The red maple leaves make this ancient town unique. So when is the best time to view the red leaves in Gubei Water Town? What are the characteristics of the red leaves here?

The best viewing period for red leaves in Gubei Water Town

The best viewing period is from mid-October to mid-November.

Highlights of viewing the red leaves

The scene of walking through the alleys freezes the warmth of autumn.

Admiring the red leaves swaying on the street, recalling the fleeting time.

Sitting quietly in the dyehouse and garden, waiting for the red leaves to fall.

Visit the wild beauty of the Great Wall and feel sorry for the past of the motherland.

Overview of Red Leaf Appreciation

As the autumn wind passes by, the "Pillow Water Town at the Foot of the Great Wall" becomes the "Red Leaf Town at the Foot of the Great Wall." In a shallow alley, the walls are covered with golden and red tigers, welcoming us to Beijing for our autumn date; we take a few friends with us to enjoy the red leaves on the cruise ship and see the poetic and picturesque scenery of the people living in the north; occasionally we sit in the yard , accompanied by the colorful autumn colors in the distance, watching the red leaves fall on the wall; and the Great Wall bathed in the sunset, it is an excellent place for photographers to check in. We walked to the beacon tower and overlooked the magnificent scenery at our feet. The stone roads paved with ivy and the colorful fallen leaves rooted in the city walls have experienced the vicissitudes of history and met us as if we had traveled through thousands of years of time and space.

Travel Guide for Red Leaves Viewing in Gubei Water Town

In October, Gubei Water Town will enter the best period for viewing red leaves. The ivy all over the walls and roofs of the streets and alleys in the scenic spot will wear red clothes; the graceful weeping willows by the river will also turn into golden brides; there are also red begonias, tall Beijing poplars, and some unnamed ones. Flowers and plants. The old town will be decorated like a dressed up little girl.

The ancient town is closed to traffic, so it is very suitable for walking. Looking from the west side of the ancient town, many buildings are real ancient residential buildings moved from Shanxi and other places. The lintels and carvings are very old and exquisite, and can be savored carefully. In addition, taking a boat tour is also a good choice. It is particularly pleasant to sit on the bow and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the ancient town leisurely.

The night view of Beishui Town is unique. The town looks like a dream world under the stars and lights. Among them, the water dance performance is an indispensable and important scene for visiting Gubei Water Town at night. The musical fountain in front of Wangjing Tower Ancient Town opens regularly every night. Its water column swings with the music and lights, and from time to time it spurts out dazzling flames, complementing the beautiful Great Wall behind it and presenting a visual feast.

Gubei Water Town Red Leaf Festival details

Attraction address Simatai Village, Gubeikou Town, Beijing

[Ticket Information]

Water Valley Full town ticket: 140 yuan/person; Discount: 80 yuan/person

Simatai Great Wall ticket 40 yuan/person (To ensure that tourists can visit the Simatai Great Wall Scenic Area smoothly at the planned time, tourists are recommended to advance at least 24 hours in advance Book online).

Great Wall Cableway: 90 yuan/person for one way, 160 yuan/person for round trip, half-price discount for children under 1.5m (including infants).

Transportation Guide

Self-driving route recommendations

Self-driving from Beijing, - Tanghe Bridge, Gubeikou Town, National Highway 101, turn right and continue driving along Mabei Road 10 minutes to the resort parking lot.

Take Exit 24 of Jingcheng Expressway (Gubei Water Town-Simatai Great Wall), take exit number, and follow the signs for 2 minutes to reach the resort parking lot.

[Public transportation]

Take the Gubei Water Town Tourist Line from Dongzhimen.

Suburban Railway: S501/S503 get off at Beijing North-Gubeikou, transfer to the Mi25 branch to reach the Gubei Water Town Scenic Area.