Just outside Beijing lies a magical summer retreat triangle

Forget the Badaling crowds—this hidden gem offers everything: The ethereal beauty of Water Great Wall, the rustic charm of Erdaoguan Village, and the therapeutic serenity of Huanghuacheng Reservoir—all packed into one perfect weekend getaway! Here’s your foolproof itinerary 👇 · 🌊 Stop 1: Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall Must-do route (3-4 hours) Start at "Haoming Lake" → Follow the wooden boardwalk to "Great Wall Submerged in Water" (Must-see! The wall dives into the lake like a dragon) → Climb a gentle section of the wall → Descend to explore the "Ming Dynasty Chestnut Garden" 📸 Photo spots ▪️ The corner where the wall meets the lake (Shoot upwards for dramatic vibes) ▪️ Ancient trees in the chestnut garden (Wear light dresses for soft aesthetics) ▪️ Haoming Lake Dam vista (Best for silhouettes after 4 PM) 🍴 Hidden delicacy Try the farmhouse restaurants outside! Must-order: "Rainbow Trout Three Ways" (Crispy grilled trout, fresh sashimi with wasabi, and soul-warming fish tofu stew)~ · 🏮 Stop 2: Erdaoguan Village 🏡 Village stroll Stone Bridge at entrance (80s countryside vibes) → Erdaoguan Castle Ruins → Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop (Tie-dye/woodcarving for kids) → Old Teahouse 🍲 Dinner pick Local specialty: "Iron Pot Fish Stew with Cornbread"—the bread soaks up all the umami! · 💧 Stop 3: Huanghuacheng Reservoir 🕒 Best times ▪️ 6:00-8:00 AM (Golden hour for empty shots) ▪️ 17:00-19:00 PM (Sunset paints the water gold) 🎣 Activities ▪️ Picnic on the grassy banks ▪️ "Minnow catching" with kids (Bring a net for extra fun) · 🗓️ Itinerary options ▪️ Day trip: Arrive by 8 AM → Water Great Wall (9 AM-12 PM) → Lunch in Erdaoguan (12-1:30 PM) → Reservoir tea+photos (2-5 PM) → Return ▪️ Weekend escape: Stay overnight in Erdaoguan → Sunrise at reservoir → Deep explore Water Great Wall → Return next afternoon · 🏡 Stay recommendation Bloom Boutique·Xiaojie Qinglu Designer Resort ✅ Location: Nestled beneath the Great Wall in Erdaoguan Village, accessible by car ✅ Views: Wake up to wall panoramas—every window frames nature’s masterpiece! ✅ Boutique charm: Poetic themed courtyards + Hanfu/lacquer fan workshops + Rooftop pool = 100% Instagrammable ✅ Gourmet perks: Morning coffee + artsy afternoon tea—flavors of the wall’s poetic life~ · 🏕 Nearby 300m to Erdaoguan Village (5-min walk) 2.7km to Huanghuacheng Reservoir (5-min drive) 8.7km to Water Great Wall (20-min drive) · Address: No.206, Erdaoguan Village, Jiuduhe Town, Huairou District, Beijing