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There is no better way to explore the Great Wall in China than by hiking or walking along it. Here we recommend three most popular hiking routes for you. Take your time and feel the history coming to life.
Route 1: Jinshanling-Simatai (West)
This route is also called Jinshanling Great Wall hiking. It is definitely the best hiking route if you want to see the original Great Wall. It includes some ruined sections as well as some breathtaking scenery with the Wall snaking along the mountain ridges into the distance.
Distance from Beijing: 1.5 hours by road Wall conditions: half ruined
Time needed: about 3 hours on the Wall Length: 5 kilometers
Difficulty:****
Route 2: Mutianyu-Simatai
Mutianyu is the best fully restored section of the Great Wall with convenient access from Beijing. Simatai is the most spectacular wild section of the Wall but this route is the most visitor-friendly. An overnight stay in a hotel at Gubei Water Town will allow you to have a relaxing tour of the Simatai Great Wall section.
Distance from Beijing: 5 hours by road Wall conditions: totally ruined
Time needed: two days Length: 10 kilometers
Difficulty: ***
Route 3: Jiankou-Mutianyu (Wild Hike)
The experience will be extraordinary. When you reach the mountain ridges, you have conquered the most challenging Great Wall section. What's more, there are no crowds around you-it's just you, the mountains, the ruined wall, your guide, and the history behind these ancient ruins.
Distance from Beijing: 2.5 hours by road Wall conditions: partly ruined
Time needed: about 4 hours on the Wall Length: 7 kilometers
Difficulty: *****
If you love a hiking trip with pleasant surprises and no disappointments, just pick one from the above routes.