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Time Out Beijing, January 16, 2012
Huaibei International Ski Resort
A veteran of the Beijing skiing scene, Huaibei International Ski Resort caters to beginners and advanced skiers, as well as snowboarders. Founded in 2000, there are eight slopes in total, including two advanced trails, two for intermediates and four for beginners as well as four lifts– making it the largest international ski resort in Beijing. Huaibei’s best asset is arguably a stunning view of the Great Wall. It’s best to book ski passes in advance, not doing so will cost you twice as much.
Prices
Entrance 20RMB. Weekday pass 240 RMB; 120RMB (with reservation). Weekend day pass 380RMB; 180RMB (with reservation). Spring Festival and New Year day pass 410RMB; 210RMB (with reservation). Night skiing is available 7-9.30pm at 90RMB per session. A five-day night skiing pass costs 550RMB.
Prices include ski rental. Ski apparel and lockers cost extra.
If you've got your own skis or board and want to ski all season, you can buy a season pass for 1,680RMB.
Getting there
Huaibei is about 70km from Beijing. Your best bet is to catch the free shuttle bus that departs from Dongzhimen bus station at 8.10am and returns at 4.30pm. Reserve your place at least one day in advance. The 936 bus also goes from Dongzhimen Wai bus stop to Huaibei Guoji Huaxuechang – just make sure to get on the slow bus. If you're travelling by car, take the Jingcheng Expressway and exit at Huairou. When you reach the Huairou Kaifanglu roundabout (about 5km north of Yanxi Lake) take the 111 National Expressway until you see the resort.
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