The notebook of Dandong
Discover the summits by their paths.
City of Yalu facing North Korea, between historic bridges, Great Wall and wooded reliefs.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · River · Heritage · Mountain
Good accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Dandong
City of Yalu facing North Korea, between historic bridges, Great Wall and wooded reliefs.
The discovery of Dandong revolves around the broken bridge of the Yalu, Great Wall of Hushan and Mount Fenghuang. The stay thus alternates between urban life, riverscapes, heritage and mountain reliefs, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Broken bridge of the Yalu
- Great Hushan Wall
- Mount Fenghuang
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Bridge
Broken bridge of the Yalu
The broken bridge retains the Chinese section of a work bombed during the Korean War, facing Sinuiju. The walk provides a historical perspective, but local rules prohibiting certain shots must be respected.
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Great Hushan Wall
Hushan marks the recognized eastern end of the Great Ming Wall on hills near the Yalu. The steps are steep and the border views require strictly following the signs and areas allowed.
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Mount Fenghuang
Fenghuang raises rocky ridges, temples and bridges over the city of Fengcheng, north of Dandong. Some passages are narrow and aerial; lower routes are suitable for less experienced walkers.
Practical tips
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