Hidden in the Mountains: The International Village of Beigou, Huairou – Super Chill Getaway

| The Ultimate Chill Escape in Beigou Village, Huairou. A perfect weekend retreat for city workers! Discover this hidden gem where you can admire the Great Wall, explore art exhibitions, and bump into foreign neighbors! Just an hour's drive from downtown Beijing, Beigou Village greets you with groups of expats, red brick walls, glazed tiles, and the aroma of coffee—making you feel like you've teleported to a European town 💖 🔶 Two-Day Itinerary **Day 1️⃣** Beigou Village → The Brickyard Hotel → Art Gallery → Beigala Hot Pot (Dinner) **Day 2️⃣** The Brickyard Western Restaurant (Breakfast) → Mutianyu Great Wall / Beigou Village Hiking Trail 🏡 A Hotel Reborn from Glazed Tile Ruins Transformed from an abandoned glazed tile factory, this heritage hotel blends historical charm with modern art. ✔️ A heritage hotel at the foot of the Great Wall! Red brick walls + glazed tiles + floor-to-ceiling windows ✔️ Rooms feature oversized windows with direct views of the Great Wall and Sleeping Buddha Mountain ✔️ Private open-air hot spring + glazed tile art installations + French-style garden 🥘 A Global Village for Foodies 🔥 **Beigala Hot Pot**: Copper pot with tender lamb rolls and sesame sauce—absolutely addictive! 🍴 **The Brickyard Western Restaurant**: Western breakfast, but don’t miss their "roujiamo" (Chinese burger)! Sip coffee on the terrace while soaking in the mountain views—pure relaxation. 🎨 Exploring Beigou Village 🌿 **The Brickyard Art Gallery** Located in the village, close to The Brickyard Hotel. Currently showcasing works by Lu Xue, founder of hollow-carved art, including *Flowers Are Flowers*, *Women Like Flowers*, and *Years Like Flowers*. 🐱 **Beigou Village Hiking Trail** The entrance is near the large cat mural opposite the gallery. The first half is a boardwalk, the second half stone steps—about 25 minutes one way. The summit offers a panoramic view of the village. 🏯 **Mutianyu Great Wall** No trip to Beigou is complete without hiking the famous Mutianyu Great Wall 🧐 Just a 5-minute drive from the village. Arrive early to avoid crowds—by 9 AM, you might have the Wall all to yourself! 💡 Tips: 1. If staying overnight, book in advance 🔔. Even if not staying, enjoy a quiet afternoon with coffee at The Brickyard. 2. On June 14-15, The Brickyard’s Sanying Camp will host a coffee festival and local market, featuring food, music, and live performances. Don’t miss it! ❤️ 3. The Brickyard Art Gallery may charge an entry fee for certain exhibitions, but hotel guests can enter free with their room key. Craving a peaceful escape from Beijing’s hustle without going too far? Beigou Village is your perfect weekend sanctuary!