Hanxi Cycling Path Introduction
The "Hanxi West Road Bicycle Path - from Dong District Freedom Bridge to Dongmen Bridge" and "Hanxi East Road Bicycle Path - from Songzhu No. 2 Bridge to Juxing Bridge" are covered by public liability insurance. This bicycle path runs along Hanxi East Road, spanning across five administrative districts: Dali, Taiping, Beitun, Tanzih, and Fengyuan. Due to the numerous intersections along the route, dedicated traffic lights for bicycles have been installed. The first half of the bicycle path passes under bridges in some sections. Public facilities along the way include resting benches, bicycle racks, information boards, guardrails, mileage markers, resting nodes, reflective facilities, streetlights, and bicycle-specific traffic lights. Major plantings include Crape Myrtle, Taiwan Acacia, Small-leaved Terminalia, Horseweed, and Fragrant Olive. The Hanxi Bicycle Path starts from the southernmost point at Liushun Road, traveling north past Dongmen Bridge to the endpoint at Songzhu Road, covering approximately 10 kilometers. The bicycle path is well-established along the bridge edge. About 1 kilometer to the east of Dongmen Bridge, there are wave-shaped park benches for resting; during the afternoon, a cool breeze flows, allowing travelers to enjoy the sound of flowing water. Cyclists can continue north, passing through Yuying Bridge and Leyeh Bridge, where, due to the proximity to suburban areas and reduced traffic, bicycle-shaped traffic lights are present at every intersection, with clear bicycle route indications through crosswalks. After passing Freedom Road Bridge, an eye-catching graffiti wall can be seen along the bicycle path's enclosure. The path leading through Jingwu Bridge turns towards the riverside, and subsequently, the bicycle path is separated from the vehicular route, becoming a closed pathway along the water. Additionally, there is the Hanxi Night Market located at the intersection of Hanxi East Road and Zhenxing Road, which can attract 20,000 to 30,000 visitors every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, featuring around 300 stalls with various food, drinks, and entertainment. Cyclists are welcome to ride and enjoy the night market.
