Remember this fine season of the year—when oranges are golden and tangerines gleam green.

Autumn in the north always arrives all the more swiftly.

Even before the summer heat has fully faded, the cool autumn breeze has already begun to blow.

The autumn leaves at Panshan are about to reach their peak viewing season.

Bright yellow, orange-red, and vibrant green—colors collide in the sunlight.

It sketches a vivid and richly colored landscape painting.

Dazzling, with a unique charm.

This article compiles a guide to enjoying autumn in Panshan.

When autumn deepens, be sure to check in at these seasonal autumn highlights.

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The Panshan Scenic Area covers a total area of approximately 106 square kilometers.

Vegetation coverage exceeds 98%.

Cypress, maple, cork oak, ginkgo, Chinese scholar tree...

A mix of coniferous and broadleaf trees paints Pan Mountain in a vibrant tapestry of autumn colors.

From October to November, Panshan is at its peak for autumn viewing.

Whether it’s a forest where the autumn breeze rustles and leaves scatter across the ground

Or take the cable car to gaze down upon the rolling mountains, their forests ablaze with color.

Or perhaps summiting Yuefeng Peak and savoring the breathtaking view of all the mountains below…

Here, you can find everything to fulfill your most extravagant vision of autumn’s splendor.

Schematic Map of Tourist Routes in Panshan Scenic Area

There are three ways to reach Pan Mountain for visitors to choose from.

The first option is a leisure and sightseeing tour.

Enter the scenic area from the visitor center.

Hike uphill along the mountain trail.

Along the route, attractions include Fuyuan Square and Sanpan Muyu.

Yuanbao Stone, Shuxia, Yunlou Pear Shadows, Tiancheng Temple

Scenic spots such as Luohan Garden, Shenniu Blessed Land, and Wansong Temple

The second option is the leisurely cable car ride.

Walk to the left and ahead from the visitor center for about three to four minutes.

You can then reach the entrance to the Ruxing Cable Car.

The captivating cable car takes you directly to Wansong Temple.

Then, from Wansong Temple, take the Yunsong Cable Car directly to the mountaintop.

This high-altitude route offers you a unique view of the “forest ablaze with color.”

The third option is a sightseeing bus tour.

The sightseeing bus ascends the mountain via Panshan Road.

The mountain road winds in an S shape. ， A sudden turn of events

Some of the bends even exceed 180 degrees.

Every turn is heart-pounding.

The total distance is 15 kilometers, with a 40-minute drive.

Then take another section of the Gua Yue cable car directly to the main peak.

Passing by attractions such as Wanfo Temple, Shenxian Lake, Beishao Lin Temple, and Shangfang Temple.

When visiting Pan Mountain, most people still choose to…

The first option—leisure and sightseeing tours

This route encompasses the highlights of the lower and middle sections of Pan Mountain.

If you want to save time or conserve your energy

You can also choose one of the other two options.

It depends on your specific circumstances.

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Scenic Area Address

Lianhualing Village, Guanzhuang Town, Jizhou District, Tianjin (Tianjin Panshan Scenic Area)

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Opening Hours

07:30-17:00

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Ticket Purchase:

·Purchase tickets on-site for park admission

·Ticket reservation: Visitors are requested to book and purchase tickets online at least three hours in advance. No ticket exchange is required on-site; simply present your “entry code” to gain direct access to the park.

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Transportation methods

First is self-driving. ， Visitors from Beijing can take the Jingping Expressway, while those from downtown Tianjin can take the Jinji Expressway and exit at Panshan.

Second, take the bus. ， Beijing tourists can take the Beijing Tourist Express Line (which launched on October 14, 2023, with departures every Saturday and Sunday) to reach Panshan, while visitors from downtown Tianjin can board Route 188, a dedicated tourist shuttle, to arrive at Panshan.

Third, by train. ， Trains serving both the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei region and Northeast China pass through Jizhou Station. Upon arrival, you can take bus route 533 to Jizhou North Station and transfer to tourist shuttle route 11 to reach the Panshan Scenic Area.

▲Beijing Tourist Shuttle Route (Dongzhimen Transportation Hub Station)

▲Route 188 Tourist Express Line (Tianjin Railway Station Square)