At the Foot of the Great Wall｜1 Hour from Beijing to a Secluded, Relaxing Village

Escape Beijing in 1 Hour! A “Glowing” Secluded Ancient Village Hidden at the Foot of the Great Wall✨

Want to avoid the city crowds but still immerse yourself close to the Great Wall? Beigou Village in Huairou is definitely a surprise! Nestled at the foot of the Mutianyu Great Wall, red walls reflect the green mountains, and even the air feels relaxed. Spending a weekend here for two days is more comfortable than a vacation~

📍Detailed Address: Beigou Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing (right next to the Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area, about 70 km from downtown)
🚗 Transportation Guide:

- By car: Navigate to “Beigou Village,” take Jingcheng Expressway then switch to Daguang Expressway, about 1.5 hours total. The village has free parking.
- Public transport: Take Metro Line 13 to Dongzhimen Station, transfer to Bus 916 to Huairou Bus Station, then transfer to Bus H23 or H24 directly to Beigou Village, about 2.5 hours total.

Walking into Beigou Village feels like stepping into a slow-paced landscape painting🏞️! The red-walled, gray-tiled houses are scattered around, with continuous green mountains and the faint outline of the Great Wall overhead. Every photo you take is a “Great Wall backdrop” masterpiece. Don’t miss the Tile Art Museum in the village; the building, renovated from an old tile kiln, has a great design vibe. Sunlight streams through the glass dome, and the interplay of light and old tile marks creates an artistic atmosphere. From the second-floor terrace, you can even gaze at the Great Wall in the distance—perfect for photos~

If you want to experience old Beijing flavors, don’t miss the “Beigala” copper hotpot🥘! Fresh lamb slices dipped in clear broth, dipped in sesame sauce, paired with vegetables grown in the village—one bite is super satisfying. Many foreign tourists come here specifically to try it.

For accommodation, highly recommend the “Tile Factory Hotel”🏨! The only rural heritage hotel in Beijing preserving the tile kiln and glass tile firing marks. The rooms have huge floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Great Wall. Wake up in the morning, pull back the curtains, and the distant mountains, Great Wall, and morning light all flood your view, instantly boosting your happiness. In spring, peach blossoms bloom in the courtyard; sitting under the trees drinking coffee and reading, the breeze carries the softness of spring~

⏰ Opening Hours:

- Beigou Village is open all day (free entry)
- Tile Art Museum: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closed Mondays, ticket 20 RMB/person)
- Tile Factory Hotel: open all day (advance booking required, room rates about 800-1500 RMB/night)
- Beigala Copper Hotpot: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

💡 Tips:

1. If you want to climb the Great Wall, it’s just a 15-minute walk from Beigou Village to the Mutianyu Great Wall entrance—less crowded and closer than going directly to the scenic area.
2. The village hiking trails are great for a stroll; wear comfortable sneakers and enjoy views of wild peach trees and distant Great Wall scenery.
3. For photos at the Tile Art Museum, wear light-colored clothes. The sunlight between 3-4 PM is the softest and creates the best light and shadow effects.
4. Weekends tend to be busier with tourists; for a quieter experience, choose to stay on Thursday or Friday.

If you want a place to “unplug and recharge,” Beigou Village is perfect! No rushing schedules, no crowded crowds, watch the Great Wall and visit the art museum by day, enjoy copper hotpot and stargazing by night, and even time seems to slow down~ Who wouldn’t love such a relaxing little weekend!