[2025 Tonglu Attraction] Travel Guide for Meirong Village (Updated May)

Everyone says that this place has the summer scenes depicted in Hayao Miyazaki's animations and the same check-in points as in 'Our Inn,' but my first impression of Meirong Village remains with the old house of the Luo family under the ancient camphor tree, which feels very familiar, as if I have found my roots. Arriving here just after the rain, I was surprised by the fairyland shrouded in clouds and mist from the distant mountains. I didn't notice this small village surrounded by mountains had such a spiritual aura the last time I came. The rice seedlings had just been planted in the fields, and the clear mountains were reflected in the water. Walking through the fields, I reached my destination, Jialan Café (also known as HOYI Café?), which is a renovated abandoned oil mill in the village. The café is located in the middle of the rice fields, with the first floor being the Jialan Café Public Living Room. The originally inconspicuous abandoned building is now a landmark of Meirong Village. 'Suddenly, one night, the fragrance spreads, scattering spring across the vast land' is the praise of Meirong Village by the Yuan Dynasty poet Wang Mian. To this day, this idyllic landscape has not changed. On the way to the café, I passed through a bayberry forest. It was the season when bayberries were ripe, and the village was selling bayberries everywhere. It is said that during this time, people in the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai regions eat bayberries three times a day, which is not an exaggeration. The trees are not tall, and after picking a few, the fully ripe ones had already been picked, leaving only the half-ripe ones. We tasted the sourness of youth, walking on the field ridges, with our mouths sour and salivating, indeed giving the illusion of being 'in the fields of hope.' The Luo family's old house was originally the landmark of Meirong Village. The first time I came, it was for this building. Now it is a village history exhibition hall and a very stylish tea house called 'Meirong Yi.' Drinking tea while admiring the exquisite wood carvings in the ancient Luo family building, then walking back to the Metasequoia Avenue, it feels like a different world. Sitting idly, drinking tea, and listening to the wind...

"Among the world's beautiful mountains and waters, Fuchun has been praised throughout history." Tonglu, a dazzling pearl nestled along the Fuchun River, unfolds like a landscape painting, carrying a thousand years of poetry and romance. In spring, step onto this enchanting land for a romantic date with nature. In the morning, sunlight gently spills across the Fuchun River, creating sparkling ripples that seem like a dream. The gentle breeze carries the fresh scent of river water and fragrant flowers, refreshing the spirit. In the distance, mountains stretch endlessly. As night falls, Tonglu County town glows brilliantly, with both banks of the Fuchun River shining like two luminous ribbons of light reflected on the water's surface, creating a dreamlike scene. This spring journey to Tonglu, surrounded by poetry and paintings, revealed nature's masterful craftsmanship, deep historical culture, and the comfort of a slower pace of life. Tonglu, like a brilliant pearl set along the Fuchun River, radiates its unique charm, making visitors deeply attached and eagerly anticipating their next encounter.

There are so many people enjoying the autumn in Hangzhou city this year that every photo-taking position is occupied by cameras and guns. We simply drove for an hour and arrived at this "hermit art village". . 🔖: Meirong Village, Tonglu 🕒: Suitable for 1 or 2 day tour ✔️: Fuchun River, Hoyi Coffee, Metasequoia Avenue, Healing Farmland 🚘: 1 hour drive in Hangzhou city 🚅: 20 minutes by taxi from Tonglu High Speed ​​Rail Station . 🙋🏻‍♂️My 2-day tour route ▪️Day 1: Drive from Hangzhou - have lunch in Tonglu city - visit the Redwood Avenue in Meirong Village - stay at Meirong Yisu B&B - play by the Fuchun River - check in at Hoyi Coffee ▪️Day 2: Enjoy breakfast at the B&B - Go to Meirongyi Teahouse - Go to Super Wings Theme Park (B&B offers free tickets) - Return . 🍃About Meirong Village: It has a long history. On one side of the village are towering mountains. At first glance, I felt as if it were Cangshan Mountain in Dali. On the other side of the village is the Fuchun River, where you can enjoy the sunset and see the blue river surface when the light is right. There are many art installations designed by the Academy of Fine Arts preserved in the fields of the village. The extremely photogenic Hoyi Coffee is a great place to rest and relax. It is also in this field that there are rape flowers in spring and rice fields in summer and autumn, which are all fun and great for taking photos. . 📸Autumn and winter photo booths: 1️⃣ Redwood Avenue Located at the entrance of Meirong Village is the redwood, a straight and wide avenue. The redwoods under the sun are full of autumn atmosphere. 2️⃣hoyi coffee This literary coffee shop is located in the fields. The entire building is very large, and the grassy staircase design on the back makes any photo very photogenic. 3️⃣Fuchun River Located on the east side of Meirong Village, the river surface appears azure blue when the light is direct in the afternoon. Looking down from the embankment, it feels like the sea. 4️⃣ Drone position This was an unexpected camera angle. I like the wide view, with mountains on one side, a river on the other, and a village below. 5️⃣ Meirongyi Teahouse This well-preserved Qing Dynasty building was transformed from the Luo Family Courtyard built in 1914. Fans of the new Chinese style and national style should remember to visit it. . 🏨About accommodation We chose "Meirong Yisu", the white building is very attractive, the space layout is reasonable, and both rooms can fully enjoy the sunlight. The lobby on the first floor and the tatami reading area on the second floor are both very comfortable. The naming and layout of the rooms are based on the local scenery of Tonglu. The mini bar and toiletries in the room are remarkable, and the design of the breakfast card makes the whole meal rich and interesting. You can choose a room with large floor-to-ceiling windows on the 3rd or 4th floor. The view of the mountains and rice fields outside the window is so relaxing.

Meirong Xiaotongzhou on the banks of the Fuchun River is picturesque all the way. When autumn arrives quietly, this place turns into a colorful picture. In the autumn of Meirong, the sky is exceptionally blue, like a large piece of pure sapphire. The clouds are as white as snow, floating lightly in the air, like a group of leisurely sheep. Under such a sky, the mountains and waters of Meirong are made even more beautiful. Amid the fields along the Fuchun River, a field of golden rice waves comes into view. The heavy ears of rice hang down, and waves surge in the rice fields, making rustling sounds, which is the song of harvest played by nature. The water of Fuchun River is still crystal clear and sparkling. The reeds by the river sway gracefully in the autumn breeze, and the white reed flowers float in the wind like light clouds. Occasionally, a few fishing boats pass slowly on the river, leaving behind beautiful ripples. Standing by the river and looking into the distance, the mountains and rivers are interdependent, and the river and sky are the same color. One can't help but be intoxicated by this picturesque scenery. The autumn colors are a masterpiece of nature and a poetic painting. It allows people to feel the beauty of autumn and the joy of harvest, and also allows people to find peace and comfort in their busy lives. Here, people can forget all their worries, enjoy the gifts of nature to their heart's content, and feel the beauty and colorfulness of life.