The Ergun River is the upstream of the Heilongjiang River. It was called the Ergun River after the Kerulen River flows into Hulun Lake. It was an inland river in China during the Mongolian Empire and the Northern Yuan Dynasty. In 1689, the Sino-Russian Treaty of Nerchinsk was signed, and it became the boundary river between China and Russia. The main tributary is the Hailar River. With the Hailar River as the upper source, the total length is 1,666 kilometers.
The topography of the upper and lower reaches of the Ergun River is very different. From Abagaidui to Heishantou, it is a grassland and hilly area with flat terrain, open river valleys, many lakes and swamps, scattered water flow, and dense weeds and willows. The water volume increased greatly after the inflow of Genhe, Derbugan River and Haur River from the right bank. From the Crude Haitu to Jilalin River section, the river valley becomes narrower, there are more sandbanks and islands in the river, and the river water becomes deeper. Below Jilalin, the river enters the canyon, the river valley is narrower, the mountains on both sides are steep, the riverbed is stable, the water flow is steady, the river is about 200 to 300 meters wide, and the water depth is more than 2.5 meters. It is navigable and is a good waterway with abundant hydropower resources.
Attractions Location: Ergun City, Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
Opening hours:
All day
Time reference: 1-3 hours
Explore the serene Ergun River area known for its lush valleys, clean waters, and rich biodiversity, perfect for a day of nature immersion.
Accommodation/Food: Stay overnight in Ergun City hotels or guesthouses; sample river fish dishes, wild vegetables, and local dairy products.
Souvenirs: Handcrafted fishing nets, wooden carvings, herbal teas, and local honey.
Combine river exploration with the nearby vast Erguna Wetland, offering diverse ecosystems and birdlife.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in Ergun City; enjoy local Mongolian-style mutton stew, dairy yogurt, and flatbreads.
Souvenirs: Wetland bird postcards, handcrafted wooden boxes, and local herbal products.
Experience the natural beauty of the Ergun River and wetland plus the cultural charm of Enhe Russian Ethnic Township.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in Ergun City or Enhe; try Russian-influenced dishes like smoked fish, rye bread, and milk tea.
Souvenirs: Russian nesting dolls, embroidered woolens, local smoked meats, and honey.
Add a visit to Genhe City, exploring its museums and surrounding natural areas.
Accommodation/Food: Choose hotels or guesthouses; enjoy hearty Mongolian mutton dishes and dairy products.
Souvenirs: Local tea blends, traditional crafts, wooden souvenirs, and honey.
Explore the vast Hulunbuir Grasslands for horse riding, open plains, and Mongolian culture.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in yurts or guesthouses; local cuisine features lamb barbecue, milk tea, and dairy snacks.
Souvenirs: Felt hats, leather goods, handwoven rugs, and dairy products.
Add wellness and relaxation experiences alongside cultural exploration.
Accommodation/Food: Choose eco-lodges or wellness resorts; meals emphasize light herbal and dairy-based dishes.
Souvenirs: Herbal bath salts, honey, natural skincare products, and traditional textiles.
A full week to fully enjoy the Ergun River, wetlands, ethnic villages, grasslands, and wellness activities at a relaxed pace.
Accommodation/Food: Mix of hotels, yurts, guesthouses; sample Mongolian, Russian, and Han Chinese fusion cuisines.
Souvenirs: Russian dolls, embroidered crafts, honey, herbal products, felt goods, and wooden handicrafts.
After dinner, I checked the sunset time and instinctively drove to the back mountain, hoping to take pictures of the Ergun River under the sunset. However, the result was a failure. The barbecue took too long, and when we arrived, the sun had already set. In the distance, the Linjiangtun River was flowing slowly. I took advantage of the afterglow of the sunset to take a picture of an incomplete U-turn.
The upper reaches of the Ergun River are called the Hailar River. It originates from the west side of the Greater Khingan Range, flows west to the foot of the Agaibatu Mountain, and then turns north to become the Ergun River. The Ergun River is called the Heilongjiang River after it merges with the Shilka River flowing through Russia near Enhehada in Ergun Right Banner, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, west of Mohe County, Heilongjiang Province. It is 1,620 kilometers (1,007 miles, of which 622 kilometers are the Hailar River). It is a mountainous river with a freezing period of 6 months. It is located on the northeastern border of the Mongolian Plateau. It originates from the western slope of the Greater Khingan Range.
The Ergun River was an inland river in China during the Mongol Empire and the Northern Yuan Dynasty, and became the boundary river between China and Russia after 1689. The right bank of the Ergun River is the Daxinganling primeval forest, the birthplace of many nomadic ethnic groups such as the Mongolians, and the hometown of Genghis Khan, a great conqueror.
The scenery from Linjiang to Shiwei is really beautiful, and you can climb to the top of the mountain to see the scenery on the Russian side. However, this road is not easy to walk, and the restaurants on the road are very expensive.
The dividing line between China and Russia is winding and full of wild flowers!
The Ergun River is the boundary river between China and Russia.
A view worth seeing, the Sino-Russian border river. On the border
The Ergun River basin runs through the entire northern part of Hulunbuir Prairie and is also the boundary river between China and Russia. The boundary rivers of Heishantou, Enhe and Shiwei are all the Ergun River.
Standing on a high place, you can overlook the river flowing quietly at your feet, the green carpet dotted with colorful small houses, smoke curling up on the roofs, and clouds floating lazily, rolling with the grassland wind.
The Ergun River is the boundary river between China and Russia, and the scenery along the way is beautiful.
We took the border road from Enhe to Manzhouli and could see the Ergun River all the way. The scenery was beautiful and rich, and not boring.
However, the scenery of the entire wetland is still very good. When I walked to the riverside, I saw many cars driven by locals, and some people went to the river for barbecues and picnics. Although the environment was very good, the picnics also brought a lot of garbage, which seriously damaged the beauty of the environment.
The Ergun River is picturesque no matter how you look at it. Although the weather is still gloomy and it rains from time to time, the scenery along the river is still beautiful. The area near the boundary river can only be used for grazing.
The beautiful Ergun River is lush with water and grass, as if time has stopped and the world is filled with silent beauty.
I have to thank the midday sun, which clearly reflects the sadness, fatigue, tenderness and perseverance on my face. It is this complex expression that touched Varoga. He said that a woman with such an endlessly memorable look must be a person with a rich soul who can share the ups and downs with him. He said that although my face is very pale, the sun softens the paleness. And although my eyes look melancholy, they are very clear. Varoga said that such a pair of eyes is like a lake where a man can rest. - Chi Zijian "The Right Bank of the Ergun River"
What a beautiful place!
The boundary river is sometimes wide and sometimes narrow, and the shore is colorful. A closer look reveals that it is wheat. The more common scenery of the boundary river is the long wetland. Whenever golden wheat waves appear, you can see a large number of cars parked by the fields, and groups of tourists join the crowd pouring into the wheat fields. We did not get off the car, but just watched from a distance. Most people took selfies with their mobile phones or asked their teammates to take photos of themselves and the wheat waves. Those faces reddened by the sun and the V-signs made people feel uncomfortable. After the tourists dispersed, the wheat fields were filled with rows of traces of crushing.
A lot of wheat was trampled to death. This was the scenery for most of the day. Along the boundary river, it seemed as if I saw the scenery in Levitan's oil paintings again. The colors were scattered, and the boundary river was gentle, flowing quietly, neither fast nor slow.
There will be grasslands and wheat fields along the way. If you drive there by yourself, you can stop at any time to enjoy the license plate. There are also several sightseeing stations on the way to Ergun, and the scenery is also good.
Walking along the border road along the Ergun River (the border river between China and Russia), the blue sky, white clouds, green grass and bright flowers make people feel relaxed and happy. It is known as the most beautiful border line.
The Ergun River is the upper source of the Heilongjiang River and the border between Inner Mongolia and Russia. It is a very quiet and peaceful river, like an open-minded and kind old man, walking slowly between the plains and valleys.
The boundary river between China and Russia, the source of the Heilongjiang River, is a winding, clear and cold river, with the majestic beauty of a great river.
The first wetland in Asia, when you climb to the top of the mountain, you can see the vast scenery, winding rivers, large tracts of wetlands and the unique scenery of wetlands.
Watching the sunset and the Ergun River at Heishantou, the scenery is very beautiful
The perfect sun emits its last dazzling rays and is about to disappear on the horizon. The calm Ergun River blends into the sky like a mirror. The surroundings begin to become quiet, and everything seems to have returned to its original state. Although we are just passers-by, this beautiful scenery is unforgettable.
We drove to the top of the mountain, where we could overlook the Ergun River. When we arrived, some people were already waiting for the sunset, with tripods and many photography equipment. We climbed to the top of a rock, sat quietly, and watched the Ergun River reflecting the clouds in the sky. I instantly felt the beauty of the world beyond words.
Standing at different heights, you can see different views of the Ergun River, with different scenery. It is the mother river on the grassland.
Boat trip to the Shiwei River, Russian people are leisurely fishing
There is a small path in Linjiangtun that leads to the river. You can touch and see the river water (there are a lot of mosquitoes, so spray some floral water)
The first time I heard about it was in the movie "Mojin: The Lost Tomb". Didn't Huang Bo and Chen Kun write a poem in it? The first line was "Ah! Beautiful Ergun River!" It tells the story of their time in Inner Mongolia...
This river is also the boundary between China and Russia, and occasionally you can see small villages in Russia on the opposite side.
The Ergun River, the border river between China and Russia, flows quietly like a ribbon. It has witnessed the growth and inheritance of the entire village, as well as the occurrence and evolution of countless historical moments. It is also the filming location for many movies, such as "Wheat Field" and "White Deer Plain". There is a hill on the north side of the village, and there is a lookout tower for forest fire prevention. Climbing the tower or standing on the hill, you can overlook the entire village, the Ergun River and Russia on the other side, the watchtower, the village, the path, the passing cars, and the leisurely livestock.
The scenery is really beautiful and the sky is so blue. If you travel to Ergun Wetland, you must bring a windproof jacket.
The turquoise Ergun River is like a long piece of silk blown by the wind, casually placed on the embroidery bed by the embroiderer, outlining a splendid picture of pastures with lush grass and herds of cattle and sheep from the distant Mongol Empire era.
The misty morning fog rises from the surface of the river, as if it is a fairyland. Walking along the quiet and moist river bank, I feel like I want to merge with the river and the misty morning fog, and I am eager to rise away.
The Ergun River originates from Heilongjiang, but not many people know about it. However, its beauty is far greater than its fame. It is also a must-visit stop for those who come to Hulunbuir grassland.
When the Ergun River flows to this place, it forms the shape of the Bagua Formation. Looking at it, one can only make out a preliminary outline. The river channel is outside, forming the Bagua compass, and there is a stream in the middle, which is in the shape of an "S". Whenever the water level rises, the stream water will become more abundant and the Bagua Formation will become clearer.
The winding Ergun River, with Russia on the left bank and China on the right bank, is the border between the two countries and the source of the Heilongjiang River, the border river between China and Russia. Across the narrow Ergun River, we can clearly see the small towns in Russia. They are developing slowly, and the houses are still gray. The existing wooden houses are all left over from the past and look very shabby. They are not as beautiful as the new wooden houses we live in!
The Ergun River is the upper source of the Heilongjiang River, with a total length of more than 1,600 km. It is the boundary river between China and Russia. The river is winding, clear and cold. The scenery on both sides is beautiful and the vegetation is lush. There are many famous viewing spots, most of which are located at high altitudes and have magnificent views.
The Ergun River is still so beautiful...
Stop at any time to take pictures and look around.
Walking along the border road, the section from Qika to Shiwei is very beautiful.
My footprints have not covered all of China, and I haven't witnessed many beautiful scenes in person. Among the places I have been to, my favorite mountain is the Qilian Mountains, and my favorite river is the Ergun River. In these two places, I feel my heart trembling, so excited that I want to jump up, and quietly want to remember every detail. Sometimes tears will flow from the corners of my eyes, and I am glad that I met them. Their commonality is that there are no outstanding attractions, just an atmosphere. Take this river for example, every cloud reflected on the river, every turn in the narrow river channel, and the combination of various grass colors and mountain folds make it a painting after another.
I will never forget the feeling of our first meeting. She was lying there quietly, and we were sitting quietly on the hill beside her... Now when I think back, I can still feel the warm sunshine of that day... The other side of the river is Russia, and the villagers there must be enjoying this peaceful happiness just like us.
The Ergun River is the boundary, and Russia is on the other side of the river. I don’t know how far I walked along the river. The most beautiful view was that morning.
The Ergun River is the source of the Heilongjiang River. Not far from Ergun City towards Manzhouli, you can see the Ergun River. The scenery along the river is beautiful and worth stopping to take pictures, but there are no public toilets on the roadside.
Along the river and along the border, there is almost no human habitation on both sides. The Ergun River has been flowing like this.
From Ergun to Enhe, and from Enhe to Manzhouli, it is so pleasant to drive along the Sino-Russian border, with grasslands, lakes, cattle and sheep...
The Ergun River is 970 kilometers long, with the Hailar River as its source, and a total length of 1,666 kilometers. Another said it is 1,620 kilometers (1,007 miles, of which the Hailar River is 622 kilometers). The main tributary is the Kerulen River. The total drainage area is 150,000 square kilometers. The right bank of the Ergun River is a mountain forest, and it is also the hometown of Genghis Khan, a great hero.
A very broad and magnificent river. Here one can feel the magnificent mountains and rivers of the motherland. . .
I took the border road from Heishantou to Enhe, and drove up the mountain at the foot of a mountain with a border checkpoint. After going up, I had a panoramic view of the beautiful Ergun River (in Russia).
The clear Ergun River reflects the blue sky and white clouds, and carries grasslands and mountains. Russia is across the river.
Remember to stay one night near Linjiang, where you can overlook the Ergun River from a hillside. The sunset at 8 pm is super beautiful, don’t miss it!
The scenery is really beautiful, and I marvel at the wonders of nature. An old man and a child and I were in Brother Sun's car. He explained and took care of us along the way. The scenery is beautiful, but the tour guide took very thoughtful care of us. I have to give Brother Sun a five-star praise!
A place you should visit at least once in your life.
To be honest, there are different scenery here every season, and going there ten times would not be too much.
The border river between China and Russia is covered with green grass and herds of cattle and sheep on both sides.
In the early morning on the right bank of the Ergun River, look up to see the blue sky and white clouds, look down to see the river water and green grass. A river separates two countries.
Ergun: Mongolian, meaning "hand something over, present something, offer something". When the Hailar River reaches the Abagaitu Mountain, it turns eastward at a 165-degree angle, like a person offering something, so the river was renamed Ergun River from here, and the city was named after the river.
The Ergun River is a river that flows quietly on the border between China and Russia. It has witnessed the growth and development of the entire village, as well as the evolution of many historical moments. It is also the filming location for many movies.
As the boundary river between China and Russia, its basin is not wide but it is vast! You will never leave it during your visit to Inner Mongolia!
The Ergun River flows quietly. At sunset, it is so beautiful that it makes me cry.
Standing on the top of the hill and overlooking the Ergun River, I deeply felt the greatness of nature and my own insignificance.
The long and winding Ergun River nourishes the grassland.
Ergun River
This section of waterway is very similar in shape to the Aoki River.
If it is a sunny day, the blue sky and white clouds will be reflected in the water, which will be even more beautiful.
There is a Linjiang Village in Shiwei, the birthplace of the Mongolian people. This Linjiang is the so-called Ergun River. Because it is on the border between China and Russia, the grasslands and scenery are also very beautiful. The Ergun River is the source of the Heilongjiang River. It is historically known as the "Wangjian River", which is the transliteration of the Tungusic (Ewenki) language honkirnaur, meaning the Ewenki River. It is called Wangjian River in the "Old Book of Tang", Ergun River in the "Secret History of Mongolia", Yeliguna River in the "History of Yuan Dynasty", Arunalen in the "History of Ming Dynasty", and Ergun River since the Qing Dynasty. Located in Hulunbuir, northeast of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, it is the boundary river between China and Russia.
The Ergun River is the name of the Sino-Russian border river in Inner Mongolia. Baidu will tell you a lot of knowledge. My feeling is that the scenery along the Heishantou 579 card to the Lingjiang Moon Bay in Shiwei is beautiful, and the more you walk, the more beautiful it becomes. It passes through the grasslands, birch forests, and Greater Khingan Mountains, connecting countless villages and pastures and birch forests. You will see different scenery along the way in the intersection of time and space.
The Ergun River is the source of the Heilongjiang River. It is known as the "Wangjian River" in history. It is the transliteration of the Tungusic (Ewenki) word honkirnaur, which means the Ewenki River. It is called the Wangjian River in the Old Book of Tang, the Ergun River in the Secret History of Mongolia, the Yeliguna River in the History of Yuan, and the Arunaran River in the History of Ming. It has been called the Ergun River since the Qing Dynasty. It is located in the Hulunbuir area in the northeast of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region and is the boundary river between China and Russia.
From Manzhouli, we followed the X904 County Road and walked along the banks of the Ergun River. The Ergun River is the source of the Heilongjiang River, historically known as the "Wangjian River", which is the transliteration of the Tungusic (Ewenki) word honkirnaur, meaning the Ewenki River. The upper reaches of the Ergun River are called the Hailar River, which originates from the west side of the Greater Khingan Mountains, flows west to the foot of the Agaibatu Mountain, turns north and is called the Ergun River.
The Ergun River was originally an inland river in China during the Mongol Empire. At the end of the 16th century, Russia invaded the south. In order to compete with Galdan of Oirat for control of the Mongolian region, Emperor Kangxi hastily signed the Sino-Russian Treaty of Nerchinsk with Russia in 1689, ceding land in exchange for peace. The area west of the Ergun River was assigned to Russia, becoming the boundary river between China and Russia. The Ergun River is the birthplace of the Mongolian people and the hometown of Genghis Khan, a great hero. The Mongolian cavalry galloped out from here and shocked the world.
There is nothing special about this view from the iron gate. However, the banner on the iron net that reads "Illegal crossing of the river will lead to death in a foreign land" is much more interesting than this view.
According to the Treaty of Nerchinsk, the Ergun River is the border river between China and Russia, and it is also the mother river of the Mongolians. Not only in the Russian ethnic townships such as Shiwei and Linjiang, but also in the border roads to Manchuria, they continue to meander and develop, and the coast is full of border scenery. The river itself may be an ordinary river, but the wetland grassland next to it is still very beautiful.
The river you see along the Sino-Russian border has beautiful scenery along the coast, and there are many unknown wild flowers. The river reflecting the afterglow when watching the sunset on the top of the hill in Linjiang Village is her. The river from Jiuka to Wuka to other kas is also her.
The scenery of the Ergun River located on the China-Russia border is purely original, without any traces of human intervention, and is worth a visit.
The Ergun River is the upstream of the Heilongjiang River, the Kerulen River, which flows into Hulun Lake and then flows out. It was called the Ergun River. It was an inland river in China during the Mongol Empire and the Northern Yuan Dynasty. In 1689, the Sino-Russian Treaty of Nerchinsk was signed, and it became the boundary river between China and Russia. The main tributaries are the Hailar River. With the Hailar River as the upper source, it is 1,666 kilometers long. From the signing of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Nerchinsk in 1689 to the present, it has been the boundary river between China and Russia. The main tributaries are the Hailar River. With the Hailar River as the source, it is 1,620 kilometers long. It was called Wangjian River in the Old Book of Tang, Ergun River in the Secret History of Mongolia, Yeliguna River in the History of Yuan, Aru Nalan in the History of Ming, and Ergun River since the Qing Dynasty. The area along the Ergun River has fertile land, dense forests, abundant water and grass, many species of fish, rich animal and plant resources, and is suitable for farming and animal husbandry, making it an ideal paradise for mankind.
The scenery was nice, the boat was average, I went there with high hopes but there were no Russians
The quiet river, the lively drinking in the yurt, and the Mongolian-speaking Ulaanbaatar night drinking. Fireworks, it seems that the way to play is the same wherever you go.
The Sino-Russian border has an impeccable view. You can go and have a look.
The Ergun River is the main source of the Heilongjiang River. The upper reaches are the Hailar River, which originates from the western slope of the Jile Laoqi Mountain on the west side of the Greater Khingan Range. It converges with the Onon River flowing from the Mongolian territory at Genhekou. Due to the signing of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Nerchinsk with Russia, the area west of the Ergun River was ceded to Russia, making it the boundary river between China and Russia.