Suburban Beijing’s Little Switzerland Must-Visit

🌿Suburban Beijing’s Little Switzerland｜Jinhai Lake Bibo Island, your entire summer romance guaranteed!

No need to fly to Europe, just 1.5 hours from Beijing to the “Little Switzerland” — Jinhai Lake Bibo Island, with vast lawns, infinity pools, European-style castles, sunset swings… This place fulfills all your mountain and countryside vacation fantasies! Whether you’re a working person escaping burnout, friends taking photos, or families with kids, you can find your own healing moment here~

• Opening hours: 08:30-16:30 (scenic area), accommodation open 24 hours

• Tickets: 80 RMB/person (including shuttle bus), free admission if staying at island hotels

📸【Must-Visit Photo Spots】

1️⃣ S-shaped road: Low-angle upward shots maximize the sense of depth, wide-angle lens captures the lawn and lake view, as if stepping into the Swiss countryside.

2️⃣ Piano sculpture + flower path: Colorful flower path beside the European-style piano, wear a light-colored dress and lie down for photos; props recommended are straw baskets and bubble machines for a natural, lazy vibe.

3️⃣ Green lawn beside No.1 Hotel: European castle backdrop with endless lawn, camping tents and picnic mats scattered around, easy to get a Japanese-style fresh look.

4️⃣ Mountain-top coffee house: Same spot as Zhu Yilong! Order a latte at sunset, pink-purple dusk and lake view combo is a social media like magnet.

5️⃣ Yacht dock heart-shaped arch: White arch frames the lake and mountains, super romantic for couples or friends’ photos.

🏡【Accommodation Guide】

1️⃣ Luxury resort: Jinhai Lake Yacht Resort Hotel

• Lakeside location, includes yacht experience and private beach, room rates around 1500 RMB/night, book one month in advance during peak season.

2️⃣ Unique homestay: Lakeside Shiguang Homestay

• 2 km from the scenic area, loft lake view rooms, barbecue available, about 600 RMB/night, great value.

3️⃣ Camping experience: Bibo Island Campsite

• Tent rental 200 RMB/tent (includes sleeping bag), bring your own tent and pay 80 RMB site fee, public showers and bonfire area available, reservation required.

🎢【Activities】

• Infinity pool: 1.4-1.8 meters deep, drone shots look like falling into an emerald lake, swimsuit/swim cap/goggles essential.

• Boat tour around the lake: 40 minutes passing Sawtooth Cliff and Lake Light Tower, electric boats in summer, suspended when lake freezes in winter.

• Sawtooth Cliff hiking: 2-hour hike to the summit, overlooking Pinggu city, wear non-slip shoes in rainy season.

• Family playground: Children’s rock climbing, mini zoo (alpacas, peacocks), perfect for families with kids.

🍽️【Food Recommendations】

• Lakeside fishing village: Stove fish about 80 RMB per person, fresh fish killed on site, served with corn cakes, very fragrant.

• Mountain-top coffee house: Latte + tiramisu, scenic seats need to be reserved early.

• No.1 Hotel restaurant: Western-style light meals, steak and salad great for photos.

⚠️【Useful Tips】

✅ Sunscreen: UV rays are very strong, sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are a must!

✅ Outfit: Light-colored dresses/casual wear, better for lawn photos.

✅ Mosquitoes: Many mosquitoes on the lawn, bring insect repellent.

✅ Transportation:

• Self-drive: 1.5 hours from downtown, Jingping Expressway Xiagezhuang exit.

• Bus: Take route 852 from Dongzhimen to Pinggu, then transfer to route Ping 45 to Jinhai Lake station.

✅ Reservation: Peak season (May-October) weekends are crowded, recommend visiting on weekdays.

🌱【Real Experience】

“When the car passed the last stretch of mountain road, vast lawns suddenly unfolded before my eyes, European-style windmills, white yachts, and blue lake water, like stepping into a movie scene. My phone died while shooting on the S-shaped road. At sunset, sitting in the mountain-top coffee house watching the dusk dye the lake pink and purple, I suddenly understood what ‘healing’ means. There’s no city noise here, only the sound of wind, waves, and my own heartbeat.”