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Encounter Tianjin | Discover the Most Beautiful Spring Cycling Routes in the City!

Press the start button on your time machine All you need is a bicycle to meet the old times from a century ago Recently, spring in Tianjin has been illuminated By a city cycling event full of vintage nostalgia Connecting the city's historical context with contemporary aesthetics More than 50 cyclists dressed in retro clothing Traverse the streets and alleys of Tianjin in a unique way Interpreting the distinctive charm of "stylish Tianjin" through a moving feast Why not go cycling during the May Day holiday For a beautiful spring encounter! 🚴‍Haihe River Route Route: Starting from Haihe Tianshifang, ending at Jinwan Plaza. Passing through Haihe East Road, Liuzhuang Floating Bridge, and Tai'erzhuang Road. Recommended reason: While cycling, you can appreciate different architectural styles and the bridge culture of the Haihe River. ⭐Haihe Tianshifang The Haihe River, also known as Gu River, has more than 30 bridges along the way, including Jingang Bridge, Shizilin Bridge, Jintang Bridge, Progress Bridge, Bei'an Bridge, Plaza Bridge, Dagu Bridge, Liberation Bridge, Chifeng Bridge, Baoding Bridge, Daguangming Bridge, Fenghua Bridge, Guanghua Bridge, etc. You can enjoy various bridge views of Tianjin along the way. ⭐Liuzhuang Floating Bridge The first cable-stayed bridge with a single tower on the Haihe River. Ride your bicycle to Liuzhuang Floating Bridge, then get off and stroll across it. Blue sky and white clouds drift overhead, while the Haihe River flows quietly under the bridge. What a beautiful picture of spring scenery with blue sky and flowing water! ⭐Jinwan Plaza The architectural forms around the square are colorful and diverse, seemingly reflecting Tianjin's cultural heritage. Cycling in the square feels like time travel, allowing you to experience the fragrance of culture in historical cells and touch the ever-flowing, colorful cultural and spiritual veins of Tianjin. 🚴‍Historical Tour Route: Starting and ending at the Earthquake Memorial Monument, passing through Hebei Road, Chongqing Road, Machang Road, Munan Road, Xinhua Road, Dali Road, Changde Road, Chongqing Road, and Chengdu Road. Recommended reason: There are more than 300 historical buildings along the way, passing through the famous Five Avenues Scenic Area. ⭐Earthquake Memorial Monument It has witnessed Tianjin's rich history and the prosperity of Nanjing Road. This is the Earthquake Memorial Monument, where our cycling journey begins. ⭐Minyuan Square You must visit Minyuan Square to see the energetic people on the circular track, sit in the sunken plaza to feel the gentle spring breeze, and notice that the Roman columns surrounding the square are no longer cold. Minyuan Square has its unique spring charm, lazy and comfortable yet full of vitality and energy. ⭐Five Avenues Cultural Tourism Area The Five Avenues are just perfect in spring, with gentle sunlight pouring over the white-walled, red-roofed foreign buildings, blending classical and gentle beauty—a gift from the spring breeze. On both sides of the streets in the Five Avenues area stand many former residences of famous people. Many passersby stop to admire and listen to their moving stories. ⭐Minyuan Xili Cultural Creative District Minyuan Xili is a creative hutong located in the Five Avenues. The small Minyuan Xili seems like a clean territory away from the urban abyss, with more authenticity in its simplicity. Walking in the alley in spring, you have nostalgic warmth on your left hand and exciting novelty on your right. Looking at this and touching that, your artistic heart will be completely satisfied. 🚴‍Park Tour Route: Starting from Xiangyu Park and ending at Tianjin Olympic Center, passing through Xishi Street, Youth Road, Red Flag Road, Fukang Road, Water Park West Road, and Red Flag South Road. Recommended reason: There are five large parks along the way, as well as dozens of small green spaces and clusters. ⭐Xiangyu Park Xiangyu Park is planted with French phoenix trees, ginkgo, redbud, cedar, silk trees, peach and plum trees symbolizing "students all over the world," and various green plants and seasonal flowers. Spring is the time when flowers bloom and new buds sprout. Let's come here to enjoy spring away from the bustling crowds. ⭐Changhong Ecological Park Changhong Park in spring is picturesque, quiet, and elegant. A rockery stands at the entrance, with a lake on the right side. Weeping willows provide shade along the shore, and the park features quiet paths, large green spaces, blooming flowers, and towering trees. Cycling here seems like a great choice. ⭐Water Park In the Water Park, green trees surround the lake, and islands with pavilions reflect each other across the jade-like water. Seven stone arch bridges compete in beauty with multiple Ming and Qing-style buildings, and three Ming and Qing-style corridors are embedded in the greenery. "Water Landscape Embankment," "Crystal Plaza," and diverse water scenes change with every step, captivating the eye. The bonsai garden, Kobe garden, and aquatic plant garden each have their unique style... In short, the scenery throughout the park is breathtakingly beautiful, making it one of the must-visit spots for spring cycling. 🚴‍Italian Style Town Tour Route: Starting from Tianjin Railway Station and ending at Beining Park, passing through Victory Road, Jinwei Road, Zhongshan Road, and Zhongshan North Road. Recommended reason: Along the way, there are Italian Style Town, Wanghai Tower Catholic Church, Li Shutong's Former Residence and Calligraphy Forest, Zhongshan Park, Beining Park, and more. ⭐Century Clock Square The Century Clock is a landmark building in Tianjin, decorated with reliefs representing the 12 zodiac signs, with craftsmanship that inspires admiration. The area around Century Clock Square is the prosperous district on both sides of the Haihe River, making it a popular choice for many cyclists to take photos. ⭐Italian Style Town Cycling here, you might feel as if you've entered a Mediterranean holiday destination. In the exotic shops, drink a cup of authentic Blue Mountain coffee, put on an exquisite cat-face mask, and escape from your complicated life. ⭐Li Shutong's Former Residence Li Shutong's former residence is a large mansion built during the Qing Dynasty, consisting of four courtyards. There is a Western-style study in the mansion named "Yi Garden." The garden is surrounded by corridors, creating an elegant and pleasant environment. Who says spring outings must only be about enjoying spring scenery? Occasionally experiencing cultural heritage is also a good choice.
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Posted: Apr 26, 2025
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