Beijing Dongfanghong Climb

A 3.94 km West Hills training climb gaining about 195 m at an API average of 5.0% on Xia'an Road toward the Dongfanghong Tunnel area. ## Overview This Mentougou climb follows Xia'an Road westward from near Fushuiyu Bridge toward the Dongfanghong Tunnel area. It is a compact timed effort within Beijing's West Hills riding network and can be combined separately with longer routes such as Miaofengshan or Tanwang Road. Xia'an Road remains open to local and work traffic. ## Climb analysis The canonical segment is 3.94 km with about 195 m of ascent, an API average of 5.0% and a maximum of 24.3%. Overall it is a moderate short climb suited to tempo or threshold work. The 24.3% reading is a brief spike or sampling value, not a sustained wall. ## Riding tips - Complete at least 15–20 minutes of progressive warm-up. - Hold steady breathing early, then accelerate only if able. - Keep right and expect cars, work vehicles and village entrances. - Carry water, a tube and inflation tools. - Avoid summer storms, post-rain rockfall and winter ice. - Use lights and brake early around tunnel contrast, grit and blind bends. Xia'an Road is a public road with no identified permanent bicycle ban or current long-term closure. Heavy rain, geological hazards, works, fire-prevention measures or events may trigger temporary Mentougou controls; check official notices and obey closures. Clear, dry days in April–June and September–October; cancel for storms, strong wind, snow, ice, severe pollution or temporary restrictions. Beijing West Hills training climb · 3.94 km and about 195 m ascent · Mountain scenery on Xia'an Road