Hengdaohezi Town
The town takes its name from an early north-south road that crossed the river here (“Hengdao” meaning “crossing road”; “Hezi” meaning “river”). Founded in 1897,…
Hengdaohezi Town, Mudanjiang · TowerCard · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Time needed
- 0.5–1 day
- Getting there
- Trains D8511 and D8515 run direct to Hengdaohezi from both Harbin and Mudanjiang.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2189. Open in Google Maps
About Hengdaohezi Town
The town takes its name from an early north-south road that crossed the river here (“Hengdao” meaning “crossing road”; “Hezi” meaning “river”). Founded in 1897, this ancient town has kept its strong Russian character after more than a century. The China Eastern Railway locomotive depot, the old Russian street, Oil Painting Street, the Church of Saint Mary and Weihu Mountain make it feel as though you have stepped back into the early twentieth century.
Tips from the guidebook
- Nearby are the Northeast Tiger Park and Weihu Mountain Film and TV Town, which can be visited together with Hengdaohezi.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hengdaohezi Town cost?
Admission to Hengdaohezi Town is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Hengdaohezi Town?
Trains D8511 and D8515 run direct to Hengdaohezi from both Harbin and Mudanjiang.
How long should I spend at Hengdaohezi Town?
Plan on 0.5–1 day for Hengdaohezi Town.
Where is Hengdaohezi Town?
Hengdaohezi Town is in Mudanjiang, Heilongjiang Province, in the Northeast of China.
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