The notebook of Beihai
Stroll the shoreline without hurrying.
Old open harbour, long beach and mangroves give Beihai a unique maritime atmosphere on the Gulf of Tonkin.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Coast · Heritage · Marshes and wetlands
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Beihai
Old open harbour, long beach and mangroves give Beihai a unique maritime atmosphere on the Gulf of Tonkin.
To understand what Beihai is, you have to look at Old Street of Beihai, Silver Beach and Mangrove of Jinhaiwan. These places give us a view of a territory marked by urban life, the coastline, heritage and wetlands and allow us to move from emblematic sites to more intimate stages.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Old Beihai Street
- Silver beach
- Jinhaiwan Mangrove
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
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Vieille rue de Beihai
Arcades and facades from the early 20th century recall the old harbour trade. Collections and remains take time to go beyond a mere photographic stop; a visit to the port helps to understand their regional historical context.
Beach
Plage d'Argent
A very long clear sandy beach borders the southern districts of Beihai. Season, wind and water level greatly alter the experience; fragile banks and any local restrictions must also be respected.
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Mangrove de Jinhaiwan
Gateways and channels pass through a protected mangrove area east of the city. An early-in-the-day tour allows you to better observe local usages and the details of the place, while avoiding some of the groups and traffic.
Practical tips
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