Ruifang Railway Station Introduction
In May 1919, the Yilan Line railway from Bade to Ruifang officially opened, marking the establishment of a train station in Ruifang. The station remains an important transfer hub for entering the Gold Mountain City (Shui Nan Dong, Jin Gua Shi, and Jiufen), the coastal fishing villages (Rui Bin, Nan Ya, and Bi Tou Jiao), and the scenic Pingxi Line. After 2013, the long-awaited Shen’ao Branch Line resumed operation at Platform 3, transforming the former mining station back into a tourist station. Ruifang Railway Station has consistently ranked among the top thirty in Taiwan Railways, largely revitalized through cultural and tourism development. In front of the station, there is the "Station Square," which hosts performances during festivals such as the Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival. Additionally, there is a "Taxi Stand" nearby for tourists to utilize. About 50 to 100 meters ahead from the front entrance, you will find "Ruifang Food Street," located at No. 2, Lane 35, Minsheng Street, Ruifang District, offering numerous local delicacies like the famous Long Feng Leg and Lin's Fuzhou Pepper Buns; be sure to stop by and try them. At the back of Ruifang Railway Station, you can visit the remains of Ruifang Shrine and Ruifang Old Street, where you will find notable ancient houses, such as the Qing dynasty Liao's House (Liao Jianfang Commercial House), the site of Lin’s Japanese Dental Clinic, and Yi Fang Commercial House. Walking along Yue Wang Road through the Ruibin Old Trail will lead you to Lu Zi Liao Mountain and Xiuqi Mountain, a great spot for hiking enthusiasts. Also, don't miss Baoyun Taro Balls near the back station if you love good food!
