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Weekend Getaways in Beijing Suburbs | Stunning 'Blue-hued' Icefalls wow in Yanqing

Beijing Suburb

Best Time:
January to February
Recommended:
2 days
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On the weekend, invite your family and friends for an exciting winter trip! Encounter the ice and snow wonders at Yudu Shan (Mountain), enjoy skiing fun at the nearby Shijinglong Ski Resort; the next day, visit a lively market to experience the rich local atmosphere, then go to Beijing Yeya Lake National Wetland Park to watch migratory birds fluttering and migrating. Every place holds unique winter surprises.

Yudu Shan (Mountain)
Shijinglong Ski Resort

Stop 1 Yudu Shan (Mountain)

On a winter day, Yudu Shan (Mountain) reveals a unique charm.

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Yudu Shan (Mountain)

Highlights:

The trees on the mountain are dressed in crystal-clear ice garments, with icicles hanging like crystals from the branches. They gently sway in the breeze, producing crisp and pleasant sounds, as if performing a winter hymn.
In the valley, an ice waterfall hangs high, resembling a white waterfall frozen in time, majestic yet serene and beautiful. The ice waterfall cascades down the cliff face; some parts are as straight and sharp as swords, while others layer like beaded curtains. Under the s... View attractions guide

Stop 2 Shijinglong Ski Resort

Shijinglong Ski Resort officially opened the first run of the 2025-2026 ski season on December 6.

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Shijinglong Ski Resort

Highlights:

This season, the resort has added a magic carpet on the intermediate slope and a complete lighting system, extending operating hours to 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM, achieving all-weather skiing service coverage.
Skiers can enjoy the thrill of skiing under the warm daytime sun as well as the unique pleasure of skiing under the starry night sky. It is expected that by around December 20, all 10 sun-facing slopes will be open to the public, providing skiers with a richer variety of skiing options.

Eat

Jianghu Yipin Stove Fish
Guizhou Kaili Sour Soup Fish
Babaxi Smoked Meat Pancake

Stay

Crowne Plaza Beijing Badaling
DoubleTree by Hilton

Yongning Market
Beijing Yeya Lake National Wetland Park

Stop 1 Yongning Market

In the early morning, the air in the Yongning Ancient City is filled with various aromas. More

Highlights:

Walking along the bluestone path, various agricultural products are stacked to form abundant patterns. The bright green radishes glisten with dew, and the golden pumpkins are plump and charming; assorted dried fruits are roasted to release their fragrance, wild mushrooms emit a distinctive aroma, and there are also dried honeysuckle flowers, scutellaria tea, and more.
In front of the snack stalls, steam rises warmly. The fire ladle holds all kinds of food, and the scent of cilantro on the to... View attractions guide

Stop 2 Beijing Yeya Lake National Wetland Park

Every moment at Beijing Yeya Lake National Wetland Park after the snowfall refreshes the romance of winter. More

Highlights:

The morning sunlight shines on the snow-capped mountains with a golden glow, and the evening sunset's afterglow is extremely gentle.
In the distance, the snow-covered Haituo Mountain stretches across the horizon, with layers of ice stacked and interwoven, forming a winter-exclusive ice-pushing spectacle. The silhouettes of migratory birds flying south gracefully pass by, creating the most poetic moment of this northern wetland.

Eat

Yaya Private Kitchen