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Yellow River Bank Walk at Puzhou

Easy river walking between two historic sites

  • Difficultyeasy
  • DistanceAbout 3-5 km
  • Duration1-2 hours
  • TransportChartered car or Didi from Yuncheng; about 1 hour

The bank near Puzhou joins the Tang-dynasty Pujin Ferry site and Guanque Tower, with open river views. The path is flat and easy, though it can be windy and exposed.

A level walk along the Yellow River bank between the Iron Oxen site and Guanque Tower.

The bank near Puzhou joins the Tang-dynasty Pujin Ferry site and Guanque Tower, with open river views. The path is flat and easy, though it can be windy and exposed.

Practical information for Yellow River Bank Walk at Puzhou · Last updated October 2026
Distance About 3-5 km
Duration 1-2 hours
Difficulty easy
Trailhead Chartered car or Didi from Yuncheng; about 1 hour
Best season April-June and September-October
Address Pujin Ferry site and Guanque Tower, Puzhou, Yongji City, Yuncheng, Shanxi

Trail facts

Trail area
Puzhou, Yongji City

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water
  • Sun hat
  • Windbreaker

Location

Pujin Ferry site and Guanque Tower, Puzhou, Yongji City, Yuncheng, Shanxi

34.8780, 110.3900 View on map

Highlights

  • Tang iron oxen
  • Guanque Tower views
  • Wide Yellow River vistas

Tips for visiting

  • Keep children away from the water.
  • Wear layers, since the river wind is cool.

When to visit

Afternoon in spring and autumn

Accessibility

Mostly flat; tower has stairs

Frequently asked questions

Can I swim in the river here?

No. The current is strong and the sediment unsafe.