Ruifang Railway Station Introduction
In May 1919, during the eighth year of the Taisho era, the section of the Yilan Line railway from Badu to Ruifang officially opened, and Ruifang established a train station. The train station remains an important transfer point for accessing Goldengate City (including Shuien Temple, Jinguashi, and Jiufen), coastal fishing villages (such as Ruibin, Nanya, and Bitou Cape), as well as the Pingxi Line of the black gold railway. After 2013, the long-awaited Shenao Branch Line will resume service at Platform 3, transforming from a mining station back into a tourist-oriented station. Ruifang Railway Station consistently ranks among the top thirty in Taiwan Railways' operations, primarily due to the revival driven by cultural and tourism development. In front of Ruifang Railway Station, there is a "Station Square," which regularly hosts performance activities in conjunction with various festivals (such as the Dragon Boat Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival). Additionally, there is a "Taxi Stand" adjacent to the square that tourists can utilize. A 50 to 100 meters walk from the front station leads to "Ruifang Food Street," located at No. 2, Lane 35, Minsheng Street, Ruifang District, featuring a variety of delicious foods, such as the famous Longfeng legs and Lin's Fuzhou pepper cakes—be sure to indulge when visiting. The back of Ruifang Railway Station offers access to the Ruifang Shrine ruins and Ruifang Old Street, where you can see some notable ancient houses, such as the Liao House (Liao Jianfang Commercial Building) from the Qing Dynasty, the ruins of Lin Dental Clinic's Japanese branch office, and Yifang Commercial Building. Strolling along Yuewang Road and passing through the Ruibin Ancient Trail leads to Luzi Liao Mountain and Xiushi Mountain, great for hiking enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the Biyun Taro Balls located at the back station if you're a food lover!
