An effortless guide to the Juyongguan Great Wall day trip

🌸Effortless! A complete guide to a Juyongguan Great Wall day trip! **Fewer crowds, beautiful scenery, sea of flowers, and panoramic views**. Unlock a unique experience at "The First Strategic Pass Under Heaven". Tested and approved!💥 --- ### 📍Itinerary (easy version) **Depart from the city ➡️ Juyongguan Great Wall (East Route) ➡️ Yuntai Viewing Platform ➡️ Challenge the Hero Slope ➡️ Take photos of the train at the No. 3 Watchtower ➡️ North Pass Tower ➡️ Return and check out the famous S2 line** ⏰Total duration: 4–5 hours | Moderate intensity, perfect for both photo opportunities and hiking --- ### 🚗Transportation Guide ✅**Self-driving**: Navigate to "Juyongguan No. 1 Parking Lot". It takes about 1 hour from the city center. Free parking. ✅**Bus**: Take bus No. 919 from Deshengmen → Juyongguan Great Wall Station, then walk 10 minutes to the entrance. 🎫Tickets: CNY 45/person during peak season, CNY 35 during off-season (book via "Great Wall Inside and Outside Tourism") --- ### 🌟Must-see Highlights 1️⃣ **Sea of Flowers Train** (limited to March–April) 📍No. 3 Watchtower Viewing Platform, keep an eye out for the Beijing Suburban Railway S2 Line✨ ⏰Train schedule: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM (check the schedule for the day) 📸Bring a telephoto lens! With cherry blossoms/apricot blossoms as the background, capture the famous scene of the train passing through the sea of flowers. 2️⃣ **Free Choice of East and West Lines** 👉East Line (right): Gentle slope, dense watchtowers, 30 minutes to the top, beginner-friendly 👉West Line (left): Steep and wild, fewer people, great for photos, suitable for challengers 3️⃣ **Yuntai Relief** A Yuan Dynasty stone carving treasure! Four Heavenly Kings + Sanskrit/Tibetan/Western Xia scriptures, a delight for history buffs 4️⃣ **Great Wall Sunset** 🌄Overlook the panoramic view from the North Pass Tower. The atmosphere is at its peak when the sunset dyes the mountains red. --- ### 📸Photo Spots & Outfits ✔️No. 3 Watchtower: Train + Great Wall in the same frame (lighter-colored clothes look better in photos) ✔️Top of Hero Slope: Shoot back at the winding Great Wall, wide-angle lens is a must ✔️Watchtower window frame: Frame composition to capture mountain silhouettes 👗Outfit suggestions: Sneakers + windproof jacket, bright scarf/hat to add a pop of color --- ### 💡Tips ⚠️The steps are steep and there are no handrails! It is recommended to wear gloves and be cautious on rainy days. 🚾No restrooms at the entrance/top of the mountain, so it is recommended to use the restroom in advance. 🥪Bring your own snacks & water. There is only a small shop in the scenic area. 🚄You can experience the S2 line "Train to Spring" on the return trip. Get on at Nankou Station. --- ### 🍲Nearby Food Recommendations ✅Must-eat in the city on the way back: 🔥【Xian Lao Man】Gulou Branch: Giant Kung Pao Chicken Dumplings 🔥【Xinhe Restaurant】Yonghegong Branch: Old Beijing Fried Sauce Noodles + Sweet and Sour Pork --- **💌 Reminder:** Juyongguan has fewer people and wild scenery, but some sections are steep, so proceed according to your ability! Save this guide and take your friends to be a "hero" for a day! (Tap ❤️ and if the likes exceed 100,000, we will release a hidden "Night Tour of the Great Wall" guide in the next issue!)