Qimei Double Heart Stone Weir

Attractions

雙心石滬

The stone weirs are a unique cultural landscape in Penghu and a testament to the wisdom of the early inhabitants. Our ancestors built fishing stone walls using basalt and coral reefs in the intertidal zone, trapping fish by taking advantage of the tidal changes. This traditional fishing method showcases the traces of life where the people of Penghu depend on the sea. Among them, the Double Heart Stone Weir gets its beautiful name from the two heart-shaped stone weirs.

Address：Donghu Village, Qimei Township, Penghu County, under the cliff north of Dingxi

Qimei Double Heart Stone Weir Introduction

The Stone Weirs are a unique cultural landscape in Penghu and a testament to the wisdom of its ancestors. The ancestors built these fishing stone walls using basalt and coral reefs in the intertidal zone, utilizing the tidal differences to trap fish within the walls. This traditional trap fishing method reflects the interdependent lifestyle of the Penghu people and the sea. Among them, the Double Heart Stone Weir gets its name from its two heart-shaped weirs. Located in Donghu Village, the Double Heart Stone Weir in Qimei Township is also known as "Dingxi Weir." The Double Heart Stone Weir consists of two stone weirs arranged in a heart shape, forming a romantic image of two interconnected hearts when viewed from above. It is one of the best-preserved stone weirs in the Penghu area. To view the Double Heart Stone Weir, it is recommended to check the daily tide schedule to ensure you can see the complete heart shape of the weirs. Qimei's tide schedule for the next 30 days 【Recommended stay time】 0.5 hours.

Natural Landscapes

Qimei Double Heart Stone Weir Travel Information

Address：Donghu Village, Qimei Township, Penghu County, under the cliff north of Dingxi

Transportation Methods：南海船班交通資訊（點此連結）

Parking Information：There are parking lots for motorcycles, cars, and buses outside the scenic area.

Tickets：Free admission

Remarks：

Do not neglect safety distance from the cliff edge for photography angles, as it may cause injuries from falling.
The intertidal zone's stone weirs can be slippery and may cause injuries; if visiting the stone weirs, it is advisable to wear non-slip or comfortable shoes.

Other Nearby Attractions： Double Heart Stone Weir 、 Niu Mu Ping 、 Little Taiwan 、 Little Taiwan 、 Nanyucheng, Qimei 、 Nanyucheng 、 Lantau Cultural Heritage Museum 、 Qimei Lighthouse 、 Dragon Pond 、 Dashi Longcheng Scenic Area

Nearby Cuisine： Cimei Vietnamese Bone Soup Noodles【Qimei Township】、 Qimei Jincheng Restaurant【Qimei Township】、 Qimei Fishing Village Restaurant