Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park Park
Beijing Olympic aquatic venue built for 2008 Games
Built for Beijing 2008 in Shunyi District, the Olympic Rowing‑Canoeing Park hosts regattas, recreational boating and waterside cycling, and draws sports tourists interested in Olympic venues.
Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park at a Glance#
Address: Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park, Shunyi District, Beijing, China
About Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park#
Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park is a purpose-built aquatic sports venue in Beijing’s Shunyi District created for the 2008 Summer Olympics. The complex includes a 2,000 metre competition basin and supporting training and spectator facilities.
- Course length: Features an Olympic-standard 2,000 metre course built for the 2008 Summer Olympics.
What to See#
- Competition basin: The main regatta basin conforms to the Olympic standard 2,000 metre competition course used for rowing and canoe/kayak sprint events at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- Ancillary facilities: Adjacent warm-up and training basins plus spectator stands and athlete facilities built for the Olympic Games that are now used for sports events and public recreation.
How to Get to Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park#
From Beijing city center, take the Airport Express or a taxi to the Shunyi District; buses from Dongzhimen and other hubs connect to Shunyi. Driving along the Jingmi Road (Beijing-Tianjin expressway segments) and local signage will lead to the Olympic Park area.
Tips for Visiting Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park#
- If visiting during regattas, expect limited public access and high local traffic.
- The rowing lake area has parks and walking paths - use designated spectator points for the best views of races.
- Public transport from Beijing city center is long; combine with other suburban attractions in a day trip.
Best Time to Visit Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting outdoor Olympic venues near Beijing.
Weather & Climate near Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park#
Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (527 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | -11° - 1° | -9° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 2.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Good | -8° - 5° | -5° | 3 mm | some cloud | 52% | 2.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Very Good | -1° - 12° | 3° | 7 mm | some cloud | 46% | 2.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 7° - 21° | 14° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 42% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 20° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 41% | 2.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.3h |
| June | Very Good | 18° - 30° | 24° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.8h |
| July | Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 192 mm | overcast | 65% | 1.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.6h |
| August | Very Good | 20° - 29° | 25° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 20° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 1.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 6° - 19° | 13° | 16 mm | some cloud | 58% | 1.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | -2° - 10° | 2° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 2.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Good | -9° - 3° | -5° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 55% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |