Holiday in Yiwu
City in china — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
china
Type
City
Best time to travel
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C, pleasant). Summer is humid, winter is cold. October is peak fair season.
Budget/day
45-95 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Yiwu (YIW, approx. 12-16 h with transfers via Shanghai or Hangzhou). Alternatively, high-speed train from Shanghai (approx. 1.5 h) or Hangzhou (approx. 1 h).
About Yiwu
Yiwu is a district city in Zhejiang Province and hosts the largest market for small commodities in the world. The Yiwu International Trade City encompasses over 75,000 stalls over an area of more than 5.5 million square meters — so large that it would take several days just to visit each stall briefly. The city is a microcosm of globalization: traders from over 200 countries come here to buy toys, Christmas decorations, jewelry, textiles, electronics, and practically every conceivable everyday item at the lowest prices. It is estimated that two-thirds of the world's Christmas decorations are produced in Yiwu and its surroundings. The trading culture has transformed Yiwu into a cosmopolitan city: Arab, African, and Southeast Asian neighborhoods with restaurants, mosques, and cultural associations have organically grown. Exotic Street (Yiguo Fengqing Jie) offers international cuisine from around the world — a fascinating melting pot of cultures. Away from trade, Yiwu surprises with the Xiandiaoyan National Park, a picturesque mountain landscape with cliffs, temples, and hiking trails. The Choujiang Village preserves traditional Zhejiang architecture with white walls and black roofs.
Top 5 highlights in Yiwu
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Yiwu International Trade City
Largest market in the world for small commodities: over 75,000 stalls on 5.5 million m² — an unparalleled shopping experience.
Exotic Street
International street with restaurants and shops from around the world: Arab, African, and Southeast Asian — Yiwu's melting pot.
Xiandiaoyan National Park
Picturesque mountain landscape with cliffs and temples: hiking trails and panoramic views over the Zhejiang hinterland.
Fotang Ancient Town
Historical trading town with Ming and Qing dynasty architecture: stone bridges, courtyards, and ancient merchant culture.
Christmas Decoration District
Hundreds of factories and showrooms for Christmas decorations: insight into the global production of festive items.
Hotels in Yiwu
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Reise-SIM für Yiwu
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Yiwu
Recommended travel time
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C, pleasant). Summer is humid, winter is cold. October is peak fair season.
Summer
28-37 °C, humid with frequent rain and typhoon risk
Winter
2-10 °C, damp and cold, occasional snow
How much does a holiday in Yiwu cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
20-40 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
45-95 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
100-280 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visa required — Germans need a China visa. 144-hour transit visa possible when entering via Shanghai or Hangzhou.
Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 1 € ≈ 7.8 CNY. WeChat Pay and Alipay are everywhere, cash is helpful for markets and negotiations.
Explore the market systematically — the Trade City has 5 areas (districts). Plan in advance which product categories are of interest.
Pay attention to minimum order quantities — many stalls sell only from minimum quantities. For single items, go to the night market.
Use a translator app — many traders speak some English, but Chinese helps in negotiations. Use WeChat Translator.
Food & drink in Yiwu
These specialties you must try!
