Mutianyu Great Wall Toboggan - The Most Exciting Way to Travel the Great Wall

The Mutianyu Great Wall, located in the picturesque and forested countryside, is one of the most renowned sections of the Great Wall of China. Unlike the popular Badaling Great Wall, Mutianyu is less crowded, offering a more serene and intimate experience. Visiting Mutianyu provides a chance to marvel at this majestic architectural wonder while enjoying the stunning natural scenery. For those seeking a bit of adventure, a thrilling toboggan ride down the Great Wall is a perfect choice. After an unforgettable hike, descending via the toboggan not only conserves energy but also adds an exhilarating twist to your visit.

The speed slide, commonly known as the toboggan, takes you from the No. 6 Watchtower to the base of the Mutianyu Great Wall. More than just a mode of transportation, it’s considered a modern sport and a fun recreational activity. Utilizing the principle of gravitational acceleration, the toboggan, equipped with pulleys and tramcars, swiftly carries you downhill. Riders can control their speed using a handle, making it a popular choice among travelers, especially younger visitors.

Facts of Mutianyu Great Wall Toboggan

Route: No.6 Watchtower to the foot of Mutianyu Great Wall

Cableway Length: 1,580 meters (5,184 feet)

Riding Time: About 5 ~ 10 minutes (depending on your speed)

Maximum Capacity: : One adult and one child at most

Operating Hours: 08:00 ~ 18:00 in summer and 08:30~ 16:40 in winter

One-way Tickets: CNY 100

Round Way Ticket (includes chairlift up): CNY 140

Our Guest from New Zealand Taking Mutianyu Toboggan (Jul. 2021)

How to Drive Mutianyu Great Wall Toboggan

To ride the Mutianyu Great Wall toboggan, first sit securely on the toboggan and place your legs on either side of the handle. Firmly hold the handle before starting your descent. You can control your speed by pushing the handle forward to accelerate and pulling it back to brake. Always maintain a safe distance of at least 35 meters from the passenger ahead to prevent collisions. When navigating turns, lean slightly toward the center to keep your balance. Following these steps ensures a thrilling and safe ride down the Great Wall.

How to Plan a Mutianyu Great Wall Tour with Toboggan Experience

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Tips for Mutianyu Toboggan

1. The enclosed cable car and toboggan are not operated by the same company, so if you ascend Mutianyu Great Wall with an enclosed cable car and descend by toboggan, you need to buy two one-way tickets at CNY 200 totally. If you get up by chair kift and get down by toboggan, you just need a round-way ticket which cost CNY 120.

2. A kid under the age of 10 has to be accompanied by a parent and the double toboggan is available for one kid and one adult; people older than 60, pregnants, patients with some special disasters (like high blood pressure, heart disease, lumbar spondylosis, etc.) are not permitted to ride a toboggan.

3. In the rainy or snowy days, the speed slide will be closed. If it rains on your ridding, please stop moving and evacuate under the guidance of the staff.

4. For your safety, it's not permitted to stop, take photos, use cellphones and drop off the toboggan for nothing.

5. Since the toboggan is less chosen by travelers than cable cars, you don't need to queue usually. But in the peak season, especially Chinese holidays like May Day, Qingming Festival and National Day, you may need to queue for 1 hour ore more.