2025 Yuanshi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

The sun is not dry, the breeze is just right, let's go out and play! The most Erhai-like place in Shijiazhuang must be here~ Whether it's playing, camping, walking the baby, or sitting and blowing the wind, taking a walk and looking at the lake view, it's all so beautiful~ 🌟Play recommendations ✅Few people, beautiful scenery, fresh air, beautiful photos 📷 ✅Free, camping, cycling ✅You can take a yacht or a small boat. The yacht is 100 per lap and the 5-person boat is 500 per lap. Some children's amusement facilities will be added later. ✅There are small bugs outdoors in spring. I brought a forest mosquito repellent spray. It is enough to spray it in the tent. The precise amount can be controlled. After spraying, you can rest in the tent with peace of mind after 30 seconds. No fire or electricity is very suitable for outdoor camping to repel mosquitoes and is easy to carry! ✅Free parking and toilets here ✅The entire lake nearby can be used for camping and playing for a week. You need to bring your own food. There are very few places selling things. ✅Children can also throw stones and play in the water by the lake ✅Photo spots: Wharf yacht, big tree on the west side of the yacht 🌳 ❤️Navigation Yuanshi Dayu Wharf

This time, my friends and I unlocked Yuan Shi Panlong Lake in the suburbs of Shijiazhuang! We chose the Xiaoye Yushi Panlong Lake Homestay, which is literally a party heaven. Just a 40-minute drive from downtown, it’s the perfect stress-free weekend getaway~ BBQ + fishing + frisbee + board games all in one place, and you can even have the whole lake and mountain scenery to yourselves! 🏡 Homestay Highlights: • Just navigate to "Xiaoye Yushi Panlong Lake Homestay," you can park right next to the campsite, and the BBQ grill and charcoal are ready to go • 180° lake-view terrace facing Panlong Lake, watching the sunset dye the water red is breathtaking • Bring your own gear for paddleboarding or lure fishing, or rent fishing equipment from the homestay (don’t forget your sun protection clothes!) 🔥 Best Activities: 1. Buy beef short ribs/lamb leg/squid in advance in the city (recommend the beef and lamb from Qingzhensi Street) 2. Arrive at 3 PM to set up the camping canopy, guys start the fire while girls prepare the skewers 3. Start grilling at sunset, paired with chilled beer and the Bluetooth speaker provided by the homestay for the perfect vibe 4. At night, play games like German Heart Attack or Werewolf, and look up to see a starry sky you can’t find in the city 💡 Travel Tips: • Recommended for groups of 5-8 people to split the cost of the grill and venue, making it more affordable • In summer, remember to bring mosquito repellent and a small fan; the homestay provides ice but in limited amounts • Nearby you can also visit Evergrande Children’s World (15-minute drive) No need to hesitate, just go straight to this place! Happiness with a private lake view for just over 200 RMB per person is way better than city KTV~ getaway

#September2025 Qinglong Mountain is renowned for its lush greenery. Mist and clouds shroud the peaks, resembling a giant dragon coiling across the sky. The winding mountain path is filled with the sound of pine trees and birdsong, creating a breathtaking scene at every step. Clear springs gurgle through rock crevices, and stone bridges span streams, creating a tranquil landscape of mountains and rivers. From the summit, the Luan River stretches across the landscape like a silver ribbon, with villages dotted in the distance. At sunrise, the morning glow illuminates the sea of ​​clouds, illuminating the entire mountain with a golden glow, creating an unforgettable experience of awe and tranquility. This place, detached from the hustle and bustle of life, is a perfect place for spiritual cultivation.

Panlong Lake lies like a winding jade dragon resting quietly among the mountains. Its expansive surface glistens under the sunlight, reflecting the clarity of the sky and the undulating mountain ranges. In the early morning, the lakeside is shrouded in mist, creating an ethereal, fairyland-like atmosphere. By afternoon, the golden sunlight casts a warm glow, and the lake sparkles with rippling waves, exuding tranquility and peace. Visitors can enjoy boating on the lake, where the gentle sound of paddles creates ripples that spread across the water, bringing a sense of calm and relaxation. The lush greenery along the shores, accompanied by the constant chirping of birds, adds vitality to the scene. Panlong Lake combines the grandeur of northern landscapes with the delicate charm of southern scenery, immersing visitors in a picturesque world of mountains and water.

Hello, countryside wanderers~ I’m your travel blogger 🌾🏞️ Today, we head west, deep into the eastern foothills of the Taihang Mountains to a thousand-year-old ancient county— 📍 Hebei · Xingtang It’s little known, yet it hides: ✅ The sweet taste of China’s “Hometown of Red Dates” ✅ The millennium-old temple Fenglong Mountain and the legacy of its academy ✅ Pristine ancient villages at the foot of the Taihang Mountains (such as Goubei Village, Nanqiao Village) ✅ Cultural heritage of Han Dynasty stone carvings, Tang Dynasty stele forest, and intangible heritage paper-cutting ✅ Pastoral poetry of pear blossoms in spring and red date picking in autumn This time, we spend three days and two nights, staying in a stone courtyard, reading a poem at Fenglong Academy, picking “Xingtang Red Dates” by hand in the jujube groves, listening to authentic Hebei Bangzi opera, and enjoying a “slow life, light travel, true countryside” hidden gem trip. 🗓️ Itinerary Overview (3 days 2 nights, nature + culture + experience) | Day | Theme | Highlights | |------|------|----------| | D1 | Arrival in Xingtang | Stay in a stone homestay → Stroll along Chengxi Riverside Park → Night visit to the lively old street | | D2 | Fenglong Mountain Exploration | Climb Fenglong Mountain + Visit Fenglong Academy + Explore Han Dynasty stone caves + Forage wild vegetables | | D3 | Slow Life in Ancient Villages | Jujube picking (seasonal) → Intangible heritage paper-cutting experience → Buy souvenirs and return | ✅ Tips: Xingtang is perfect for “low budget, slow pace, rich experience,” and is one of the most underrated “zero commercialization” small towns around Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei. 🚗 Transportation (from Beijing/Shijiazhuang) - Main transport: - Beijing → Xingtang: - High-speed train to Shijiazhuang Station ¥94 → Transfer to bus to Xingtang ¥20 → Taxi to county ¥15 - Total about 3 hours, total cost ¥129 ×2 = ¥258 - Shijiazhuang → Xingtang: - Direct bus, ¥20 ×2 = ¥40 (1.5 hours) - Local transport: - Taxi starting fare in county ¥6, shared rides to Fenglong Mountain/ancient villages ¥15-20 per person ✅ Total transport budget: ¥150 (cheaper if departing from Shijiazhuang) 📌 Driving is more convenient: Beijing → Xingtang about 280km, round-trip fuel + tolls ¥300 (carpool possible) 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations (Stay in stone courtyards) Xingtang accommodations mainly include farmhouses, stone homestays, and budget hotels, quiet and simple. | Type | Price Range | Features | |------|-------------|----------| | Stone courtyard homestay (e.g., Goubei Village) | ¥180-220/night | Pristine ecology, mountain views from the window | | County chain hotels (e.g., Hanting, Home Inn) | ¥150-180/night | Clean and comfortable, stable hot water | | Farmhouse with meals included | ¥200/night including 3 meals | Cost-effective, authentic local life experience | ✅ Total accommodation budget: about ¥400 (2 nights × ¥200) 📌 Recommended search terms: “Xingtang Fenglong Mountain nearby homestay” “Goubei Village stone house” 🍽️ Food Recommendations (Taste the flavor of the Taihang Mountains) Xingtang cuisine is simple, focusing on “wild mountain + farming” flavors. ✅ Must-try list (with real prices): | Dish | Recommended Place | Price | Notes | |------|-------------------|-------|-------| | Red Date Stewed Chicken | Farmhouse | ¥48 | Xingtang specialty, sweet and fragrant | | Stone-milled Whole Wheat Cake | Street stall | ¥3 each | Handmade, rich wheat aroma | | Wild Vegetable Dumplings (Shepherd’s Purse/Bitter Herb) | Farmhouse courtyard | ¥22/plate | Spring seasonal | | Millet Porridge + Pickles | Breakfast staple | ¥5 | Golden and thick, stomach-soothing | | Roasted Sweet Potato (kiln-roasted) | Village elder | ¥6 each | Sweet and juicy, childhood flavor | | Red Date Cake | County specialty store | ¥15 per jin | Vacuum-packed to take home | ✅ Total food budget: about ¥200 📌 Tips: Buy “Xingtang Red Dates” (¥10-15 per jin) as souvenirs, sweetest in autumn! 🎫 Tickets & Activities (low cost, high experience) - Fenglong Mountain Scenic Area: free admission (some areas under renovation) - Fenglong Academy: free - Han Dynasty Stone Caves (Baicaogou): free - Intangible heritage paper-cutting experience: ¥25/session (materials included, take your work home) - Jujube picking (September-October): ¥20/person (take home 1 jin) - Bicycle rental (county): ¥15/day ✅ Total ticket budget: about ¥50 📌 Tips: Fenglong Mountain is not fully developed, remains pristine, perfect for hiking lovers! 💰 Total Budget Summary (per person) | Item | Cost (from Shijiazhuang) | |------|--------------------------| | Round-trip transport (bus + taxi) | ¥70 | | Local transport (shared rides + taxi) | ¥80 | | Accommodation (2 nights) | ¥400 | | Food (3 days) | ¥200 | | Tickets & activities | ¥50 | | Emergency reserve (souvenirs + emergencies) | ¥200 (red dates, paper-cutting, millet) | | Total | ¥1000 ✅ | ✅ If departing from Beijing, total budget about ¥1300, still under ¥2000! Remaining budget can upgrade accommodation or buy more specialties. 1. Best Time to Visit: - Spring (March-April): pear blossoms in full bloom, mountain villages like snow - Autumn (September-October): red dates ripen, trees glowing red - Avoid rainy season (July-August), slippery mountain roads 2. Photo Tips: - Fenglong Academy stone steps: capture “scholarly atmosphere + ancient tree shadows” - Jujube grove paths: shoot “red fruit hanging + backlit silhouettes” - Stone courtyards: shoot “curling smoke + mottled wall shadows” - Riverside park sunset: capture “small town slow life” documentary style 3. Pitfalls to Avoid: - ❌ Don’t trust “antique stele rubbings” — mostly replicas - ✅ Wear non-slip shoes in the mountains, bring water and snacks - ❌ Don’t enter unopened stone caves without permission 4. Hidden Experiences: - Learn to cut the “Fu” character from an elder in Goubei Village - Early morning market for freshly baked stone-milled flatbreads - Evening by the west river in town listening to locals sing Hebei Bangzi opera 📸 Social Media Caption Inspiration In Xingtang, I stayed in a stone courtyard and heard the wind passing through a thousand years. On the steps of Fenglong Academy, it feels like you can still hear Song Dynasty scholars reading. Autumn in Xingtang is a red fairy tale hanging on the trees. 🎁 Bonus Time! If you want me to organize: - 📎 “Xingtang Off-the-Beaten-Path Map PDF” - 📎 “Fenglong Mountain Hiking Route Map” - 📎 “Intangible Heritage Paper-Cutting Templates” - 📎 “Xingtang Red Date Buying and Pitfall Guide” - 📎 “Three Days Two Nights Itinerary Excel” Leave a comment saying: “I want the Xingtang travel guide pack,” and I’ll send it to you right away 📩 On this journey, may you find the peace and authenticity forgotten by the city in Xingtang’s stone courtyards 🌿🏡

Hebei Hotel's ⛺ Yishui Yingshe is perfect for long holidays It's also nice to relax around the city on weekends~ There are all kinds of rooms, and each room has a "camp" at the door There are power piles for barbecues 🍡 It's a great place for dates, taking kids out, and walking. The park service is also very good There will be a water sports center, yacht club, etc. in the future I hope there will be more and more entertainment places like this in Shijiazhuang 👏

Ah, I found a quiet and beautiful sunset viewing spot in Shijiazhuang: 📍 | Address Yuanshi Yuannan Road, Xiaoyeyushi Panlong Lake Campsite 🚗 | Transportation It is recommended to drive, about 30 minutes by car ⏰ | Duration Half a day or a day ❤️ | 0.5-day tour guide Drive in the afternoon - camping and barbecue - watch the sunset ❤️ | 1-day tour guide Drive in the afternoon - watch the sunset - camping and barbecue - stay in a homestay - watch the sunrise early the next morning - take a yacht

📍Xiaoyeyushi·Panlong Lake Homestay is located 75 meters northeast of Dayu Wharf, Yuanshi County, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province. 🌳Located by Panlong Lake, it is tightly embraced by nature. Once you come here, it's like entering a paradise. The lake is sparkling, surrounded by green trees, and the air is filled with a fresh smell. 🏠The homestay's log cabin is super warm and cute. There are various room types to choose from, such as Lake View King Room and Morning King Room. The rooms are exquisitely and comfortably furnished, and every detail reveals the owner's intentions. Some rooms also have large terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows. You can enjoy the beautiful view of Panlong Lake while lying on the bed, which is simply great. 🍰The afternoon tea here is also very good. Exquisite snacks with fragrant coffee or tea, sitting by the lake with friends, enjoying leisure time, full of happiness. 🍢In the evening, you can also have a barbecue party. Fresh ingredients are sizzling on the charcoal fire, and the aroma is overflowing. Eating delicious barbecue while admiring Panlong Lake under the starry sky, this feeling is simply amazing. 🌿The homestay also has a large lawn of more than 10,000 square meters, where you can camp, picnic, and play frisbee. Here, you can release yourself and enjoy the fun of nature. 💖Xiaoyeyushi·Panlong Lake Homestay, a place where you can forget your troubles and immerse yourself in nature and beauty. Come here and start a romantic journey that belongs to you. 💕

✨Travel Diary✨ | In the gentle time of Yuan Shi, meet the luxury dream of Hebei Hotel·Yuan Yue🏡 🌿Walking in the ancient and modern charm of Yuan Shi, it seems to have passed through the tunnel of time and space, and every brick and tile is whispering the story of a thousand years. Slowly out of Yuan Shi Station, I started this deep tour of food and culture with an exploratory heart. 🍜🍜🍜 🍽️【Foodie's Happy Starting Point】—— Breakfast is the beginning of a full day! At Hebei Hotel·Yuan Yue, the morning light shines through the window lattice, and meets the rich breakfast, which is a double feast of taste and vision. Imagine that the fragrance of freshly baked bread and delicate and dense cheese are intertwined, and then a freshly fried egg roll, with a cup of mellow coffee, a beautiful day is gently awakened~🍳☕ 🛌【Luxury Mansion in Dream】—— "Big" is promising, not only to describe the room, but also to expect life. The guest rooms of Hebei Hotel·Yuan Yue are so spacious that people can't help but spin and jump, like a private mansion. That super large bed is simply a paradise for tumbling, every night is gently wrapped, the quality of sleep rises straight, and the dream is continuous. 🛌✨ 📚【Stealing Half a Day of Leisure】—— The hotel's leisure area is my secret garden. After a busy schedule, it has become my most yearning haven. Choose a good book, or have a pot of good tea with three or two friends in the coffee shop, time slows down here, and the leisurely afternoon should be so comfortable. 🍵📚 🎉【Drunken Time under the Night】—— When night falls, the lights of the bar gradually light up, and Hebei Hotel·Yuan Yue shows its other charm. A special cocktail, or a classic whiskey, here, the story is as mellow as the wine, share the interesting stories of the journey with new friends, and let the soul fly freely in the drunkenness. 🍸🥂 🏞️Surrounding gameplay revealed: Don't forget, there are many good places hidden around the hotel. Whether you want to explore the mystery of nature, go to Yuan Shi Huaihe Wetland to feel the beauty of ecology; or want to experience the excitement of flying, Luancheng General Airport is waiting for you to spread your wings and fly. 🏞️✈️ 🌟In short, every moment at Hebei Hotel·Yuan Yue is an elegant tribute to the quality of life. If you also plan to leave footprints on this land full of stories, let it be your warm foothold!

Fenglong Academy is located at the southern foot of Longshou Peak on Fenglong Mountain in Yuanshi County, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province, hence the name. Fenglong Academy was built in the early Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Song and Yuan Dynasties. It was the place where Li Gong of the Eastern Han Dynasty built a hut to teach. Li Xin, Zhang Zhu, Li Ye, and others successively served as the head of the academy and lectured here, nurturing many virtuous ministers, generals, and famous scholars such as Guo Zhen of the Tang Dynasty, Li Xin of the Song Dynasty, Shi Bin of the Yuan Dynasty, and Bai Pu. The story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai originated here. In the late Jin and early Yuan periods, it became a birthplace of world-leading mathematics and is one of the famous academies in Chinese history. Ticket Price: Free Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30 (Closed on Tuesdays) Transportation Information: Take bus No. 10 from Yuanshi County to the Art Center Station and walk to the destination; or take bus No. 19 or No. 29 to the South Entrance of Zhanqian Street Station and walk to the destination. Tour Duration: About 2 hours Special Cuisine: Old City Xiao Wuer Ganglu Shaobing, Yincun Donkey Meat, and Yuanshi Fried Cake are must-try delicacies when visiting Yuanshi.

Good places for parent-child trips in winter in Shijiazhuang - Hot Springs Selection In the cold winter, you can enjoy the fun of playing in the water and experience the feeling of health preservation. There are many good places to soak in hot springs around Shijiazhuang, let's take a look together! 1. Western Evergreen Hot Spring Valley Address: Next to Luchuan Deming Ancient Town Cost: 150 yuan per person Features: There are private outdoor baths, medicinal baths, rose baths, sweat steaming, children's play area, swimming pool and gym, etc., so that you and your family can have fun. 2. White Deer Hot Spring Address: BaiLu Avenue, Wentang Town, Pingshan Cost: 180 yuan per person Features: There are private outdoor baths, fish therapy, medicinal baths, sweat steaming, and swimming pools, etc., so that you can feel relaxed and comfortable. 3. Wild Original Resort Piaomiao Hot Spring Address: West side of Pingshan Jingye Middle School Cost: 200 yuan per person Features: There are outdoor baths, sweat steaming, swimming pool and children's play area, etc., so that you and your family can have a pleasant holiday. 4. Country Garden Furui Strontium Hot Spring Address: Country Garden England Commercial Street, Yuanshi County Cost: 80 yuan per person Features: There are private outdoor baths, fish therapy, medicinal baths and sweat steaming, etc., so that you can feel warm and comfortable. 5. BoPo Hot Spring Address: BoPo Hot Spring Hotel, Wentang Town, Pingshan County Cost: 120 yuan per person Features: There are outdoor baths, rose baths and wine baths, etc., so that you can experience different soaking experiences. 6. Xiyue Quan Tang Quan Palace Address: Building 9, Baoneng Center, Zhengding Cost: 80 yuan per person Features: There are indoor bath pools and sweat steaming, etc., so that you can feel warm and comfortable.

I found a really great resort hotel!!! You must not miss it if you come for a vacation! It's really amazing!!! Recommend it to my sisters It is only 15 minutes away from the city, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but the air is very good, suitable for vacation!! Environment: The hotel environment and surrounding environment are very good! Especially suitable for couples, families, and girlfriends to experience together Hygiene: The hygiene is excellent and the details are in place! All disposable items used in the room are provided free of charge. Hotel facilities: There is a restaurant on the first floor and free billiards. There is a gym on the second floor. I wanted to go out for a vacation and get some exercise at the same time. Don’t be too friendly hahaha! Yes, there is also a large swimming pool in the yard, which is really perfect for families with children! There is also a barbecue downstairs at night. After playing all day, I went downstairs to have a barbecue at night. It was so enjoyable... Living experience 1 The lighting in the room is good, very warm, and it is easy to fall asleep at night. The lighting is reasonable, equipped with wifi and Internet TV, and the mattress is soft and comfortable! In short! The price-performance ratio is very good, it is still very good to experience it for two or three hundred yuan