There’s much more to Shenzhen than shops, cafés and swanky hotels. Check out these hiking routes that will take you closer to nature this autumn
Hiking is not merely a sport, it’s a way of life that allows us to reconnect with nature. And autumn, with its cooler temperatures, is the perfect season to go on a hike in nature.
Besides the beautiful mountains of Hong Kong, in the neighbouring city of Shenzhen also lies many excellent alternatives suitable for trekking and nature-gazing. From Wutong Mountain, the highest peak in Shenzhen, to Yangtai Mountain and Meishajian Mountain offering magnificent views of natural landscapes, each of Shenzhen’s mountaintops has its own way of making an impression on hikers, providing a vast array of choices for those who love spending time under the sun. Here at Tatler, we picked out a list of ideal hiking places in Shenzhen.
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1. Wutong Mountain, Shenzhen
Scenic views from the top of Wutong Mountain (Photo: 小紅書 @雪丸要努力！)
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Location: Lo Wu District
Distance: 12km
The main peak of Wutong Mountain rests at 943.7 metres above sea level, making it not only a crucial ecological barrier and Shenzhen’s green lung but also the highest seaside peak in Guangdong Province.
Wutong Mountain offers several climbing routes with varying degrees of difficulty. For starters, the route beginning from the trailhead on Xiutong Road is the most popular and it takes about two hours to reach the top of the mountain. There are multiple viewing platforms along the way, where hikers can enjoy panoramic views of Shenzhen and even get a view of Hong Kong.
