Coal Transport Bridge

Taipei Attractions

運煤橋
運煤橋

The transportation of coal from various mine openings to the coal processing plant is carried out by diesel locomotives. The coal transport bridge was originally constructed as a three-layer iron bridge, but due to mining demands, it was reconstructed in August 1965 into a steel-concrete arched bridge, officially named "Ruisan Bridge." It still retains complete remnants for visitors to reminisce about the prosperous past of mining. Since July 2010, the coal transport bridge has been renovated to allow safer passage for tourists. The old railway tracks have been restored to mimic the original gauge, and trolleys are placed to fully showcase the old mining charm. Additionally, at night, lights are projected onto the bridge, making this landmark one of the choices for photographers in Hohuan.

Address:42 Chailiao Road, Houtong, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan (Yuanqing Hall), near Keelung River

Coal Transport Bridge Introduction

The transportation of coal from various mine entrances to the coal plant is carried out by diesel locomotives, and the coal conveying bridge was built for transporting coal mines. Originally constructed as a three-layer iron bridge, it was later rebuilt in August 1965 into a steel-concrete arched bridge due to mining demands and officially named "Ruisan Bridge." The site still retains complete ruins for visitors to reflect on the prosperous mining era, and after renovations in July 2010, the bridge was made safer for tourists. The old tracks have been restored on the bridge to closely resemble the original gauge, along with the placement of trolleys to vividly showcase the old mining scene. Additionally, the bridge is illuminated at night, making it one of the preferred locations for photographers in Houtong.

Coal Transport Bridge Travel Information

Address:42 Chailiao Road, Houtong, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan (Yuanqing Hall), near Keelung River


Transportation Methods:【Public Transport】1. Take a train heading towards Yilan and get off at "Houtong Station." → Walk towards Chailiao Road to reach your destination. 2. Take Keelung Bus 808 or New Taipei City Bus F808 to "Houtong Train Station." → Walk towards Chailiao Road to reach your destination. 【Driving】1. From the Da-Hua interchange on National Freeway No. 1 → Take Highway 62 → Exit at Ruifang Interchange (County Road 2 丁) → County Road 102 → Straight on Houtong Highway (County Road 37) to reach your destination.


Other Nearby Attractions: Rui San Mining Coal PlantHoutong Railway StationHoutong Coal Mine Ecological ParkHoutongHoutong Cat BridgeHoutong Cat VillageHoutong Cat VillageThree Ponds Cycling PathHoutong ShrineHoutong Visitor Center


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