Coal Transportation Bridge

Taipei Attractions

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Coal transportation from various mines to the coal preparation plant was originally done by diesel locomotives. The coal transport bridge was built for transporting coal and was initially constructed as a three-layer iron bridge. Due to mining needs, it was reconstructed in August 1965 into a steel and concrete curved arch bridge, officially named "Rui San Bridge." Today, the bridge retains complete remnants for visitors to recall the prosperous mining activities of the past. The bridge was renovated in July 2010 to provide a safer way for tourists to walk on it, featuring restored old tracks to reflect the original gauge context and placed trolleys to fully showcase the historical coal mining scene. At night, lights are projected onto the bridge, making this landmark a popular choice for photographers in Houtong at night.

Address：42 Chailiao Road, Houtong, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan (Yuanjing Pavilion), next to Keelung River.

Coal Transportation Bridge Introduction

The transportation of coal from each mine mouth to the coal preparation plant is carried out by diesel locomotives. The coal transport bridge was originally built as a three-layer iron bridge, but due to mining demands, it was rebuilt in August 1965 as a steel and concrete arch bridge and officially named "Ruisan Bridge." Currently, it retains complete remains for visitors to recall the prosperous mining scene of the past. After July 2010, the coal transport bridge has been renovated to allow visitors to traverse it in a safer manner. The old railway track has been restored to reflect the original gauge, and trolleys have been placed to fully showcase the historical mining atmosphere. At night, lights are projected onto the bridge, making this landmark a popular choice for photographers in Houtong during the evening.

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Coal Transportation Bridge Travel Information

Address：42 Chailiao Road, Houtong, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan (Yuanjing Pavilion), next to Keelung River.

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】1. Take the train heading to Yilan and get off at "Houtong Station". → Head towards Chailiao Road to reach your destination. 2. Take Keelung Bus 808 or New Taipei City New Bus F808 to "Houtong Railway Station" → Head towards Chailiao Road to reach your destination. 【Driving】1. Take National Highway No. 1 Dahua Interchange → Route 62 → Exit at Ruifang Interchange (Taiwan Highway 2D) → County Road 102 → Continue on Houtong Highway (North No. 37 County Road) to arrive at your destination.

Other Nearby Attractions： Rui San Mining Coal Loading Plant 、 Houtong Station 、 Hokuto Coal Mine Park 、 Houtong 、 Cat Bridge in Houtong 、 Houtong Cat Village 、 Houtong Cat Village 、 Three Pounds Bike Path 、 Hōdong Shrine 、 Houtong Visitor Center

Nearby Cuisine： Rui San Welfare Restaurant 、 Mister Donut Sweet Kingdom 、 A La Pachi Breakfast Shop (Ruifang Store, New Taipei) 、 Lan Xiang Fang 、 Forget Me Not Teahouse 、 SIIDCHA 、 Memei Agricultural Products 、 Shanhai View Tea House 、 Jiufen Teahouse 、 Jiufen Haiyue Tower Scenic Tea House