Dongtou District, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province hides a secret place known as "Little Erhai"
The Dongtou District of Wenzhou hides a secret place known as the "Little Erhai". Its blue sea and blue sky are intertwined with literary and artistic photo spots, making it a popular choice for short-distance tours in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai. This article combines the latest field information to provide a practical guide for tourists.
Geography and Transportation Guide
Xiaoerhai is located between Shajiao Village and Huagang Fishing Village in Yuanjue Street, Dongtou District, adjacent to the Huagang Bridge. The following modes of transportation are recommended:
By car: Navigate to the “Granite Fishing Village” and drive about 20 kilometers along the Ring Sea Road from Dongtou City, which takes 30 minutes. You need to drive cautiously along the Panshan Highway.
Public transportation:
Take the shuttle bus to "Sha Kok Village" from Dong Tau Passenger Terminal. The fare is $10 and the journey takes about one hour.
Take the No. 151 tourist bus from Wenzhou Railway Station directly to Shajiao Station, or take the S1/S2 light rail to Yujiangkou and change to the No. 9 bus to Shajiao Station (last bus at 19:00).
Carpooling service in Yujiangkou is about 20 yuan/person, 30 minutes direct access.
Surrounding tours: Xiao'erhai is only 10-15 minutes drive from the colorful fishing village and Banping Mountain Scenic Area.
Core checkpoints and gameplay
The embankment literary and artistic scene
Prop matrix: glass ball swing, white photo frame, blue windmill, pure white piano, I LOVE YOU love, etc., suitable for couples, girlfriends, parent-child photography.
Bridge view composition: The narrow bridge on the right extends to the sea, suitable for looking back, back and other dynamic capture;
Natural landscape
Sunset Sanctuary: Stone Beach is the best viewing point for sunsets, with pink and purple evening glow contrasting with the reef.
Coastline Hiking: Stroll along the cement road, where reefs and waves make up a natural picture.
Hidden play
Low tide rushes the sea: When the tide goes out, you can dig shells and catch small crabs on Dong'ao Beach.
Night view: The lights of Leek Wan Beach dance with the waves, suitable for silhouette shooting.
Accommodation and dining recommendations
Special B&B
Rock Sea Mountain Residence: Tulong Village century-old stone house renovation, 11 stone houses with infinity swimming pool, tea room, suitable for family gatherings.
One Curtain Sea and Sky B&B: Pingshan Middle Road, Dongping Street, 1 km from Half Pingshan, offers sea view rooms and free breakfast, high value for money.
Food recommendations
Seafood stall: Dongtou Pier fishing boat sells seafood directly, recommended crayfish soup, fish cakes, 50-80 yuan per person.
Celebrity restaurant: Dumpseyhill Fool Hill (next to the Fishing House and Sung Wyndham Hotel), a pink spiral staircase combined with a sea-view private kitchen, suitable for photography.
Practical tips
Seasons and Time
Summer (June-August) sunny weather is best, the water is blue; winter is windy, it is recommended to carry a windproof jacket.
Sunset time is approximately 17:30-18:30, seating required 1 hour in advance.
Outfit and Props
Solid color long dresses (white, yellow, blue) or JK uniforms with straw hats, bouquets, balloons and other props are recommended.
Non-slip shoes are recommended for wet and slippery reef areas.
Safety and Environmental Protection
There is no guardrail at the edge of the embankment. Do not cross the cordon when taking pictures.
Garbage needs to be disposed of at designated recycling points to protect marine ecology.
Itinerary Planning: Two-Day Tour:
Day1: Little Erhai → Colorful Fishing Village → Half Pingshan Canyon → Overnight at Rock Sea Mountain Residence.
Day2: Xian Die Rock Scenic Area → Dasha Ao Beach → Return.
A guide to avoiding pitfalls
Traffic avoidance: Non-self-driving tourists pay attention to the departure time of bus 151. If the last bus misses, you need to share a car.
Consumption pit avoidance: There are no tickets for the scenic spot, but some surrounding photography shops offer prop rentals for a fee, you can bring your own props.
Taking photos to avoid pits: The light is too strong at noon on a sunny day, and it is recommended to shoot before 10am or after 4pm.
With its "zero ticket" literary and artistic atmosphere and stunning sea views, Xiao'er Lake has become the "king of value for money" in Wenzhou tourism. Whether it’s a couple’s date, a girlfriend’s outing, or a family vacation, this place meets the demand. Bring your camera and a good mood and start a trip to the island that you can say and go!