Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge

Penghu Attractions

跨海大橋

The Penghu Ocean Bridge is 2,494 meters long, spanning the strait between Baisha and Xiyu Islands, where the water flows swiftly with speeds reportedly reaching up to 3 meters per second, making it the second most dangerous current in the Penghu waters. During the winter northeast monsoon, the waves can become particularly fierce, making navigation difficult. Therefore, construction of the bridge began in 1965 and was completed in 1970 to solve the transportation challenges between Wengong Island and the mainland. Later, due to severe corrosion of the bridge and collapses, the land embankment was widened in 1984, and the new two-lane bridge was completed in 1996. From a distance, it looks like a rainbow over the sea, providing not only tourism value but also smooth transportation between Xiyu and Baisha. To this day, the northern waters on the Xiyu side still have remnants of the early cement pillars and framework, with weathered bridge piers on the Xiyu side, narrating a history of how early power to Xiyu was transmitted via high-voltage power lines across the sea and telling the story of the old bridge's retirement.

Address：Tongxi Island Bridge, Baisha Township, Penghu County

Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge Introduction

The Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge is a total length of 2,494 meters, spanning the Humen Waterway between Baisha and Xiyu Islands. The water flows rapidly, with a reported speed of up to 3 meters per second, making it the second most treacherous current in Penghu waters. Every winter, when the northeast monsoon arrives, the waves become fierce and difficult for boats to navigate. Therefore, construction of the cross-sea bridge began in 1965 and was completed in 1970 to solve transportation difficulties between Wugong Island. Subsequently, due to severe corrosion and bridge collapse, the causeway was widened in 1984, and the two-lane new bridge was completed in 1996. From a distance, it resembles a long rainbow over the sea, not only possessing tourism value but also facilitating smooth transportation between Xiyu and Baisha. To this day, early concrete pillars and frames remain in the northern sea area at the Xiyu end of the bridge, and weathered bridge piers are still visible on the Xiyu side, illustrating the history of how early electricity on Xiyu was transmitted across the sea via high-voltage power lines and the story of the old bridge's retirement. Dacang Island - A great place to admire the cross-sea bridge. Dacang Island is located in the inner sea surrounded by Magong, Baisha, and Xiyu, earning it the nickname "Pearl of the Inner Sea of Penghu." From Dacang, one can gaze at the cross-sea bridge like a long rainbow in the sky, with panoramic sea views. The boat journey from Magong Chongguangli (Hokou Pond) takes about 20 minutes. Dacang Island is the only inhabited island in the inner sea of Penghu, and the name Dacang may derive from the nearby famous fishing ground known for its "big fish storage" in earlier times. The coastline around Dacang Island is gentle, and during low tide, the intertidal zone is vast, with five large stone weirs being the most distinctive feature. Star-gazing information: The Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge is a landmark of Penghu and one of the must-visit photo spots for tourists, capturing the words "Penghu" in photos to prove their visit is one of the tourists' top desires. Near the bridgehead at the Tongliang end, visitors can also enjoy the recommended cactus ice by renowned director Wu Nien-Jen, with its sweet and sour taste being unforgettable.

Cross-Sea Bridge

Recreational

Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge Travel Information

Address：Tongxi Island Bridge, Baisha Township, Penghu County

Transportation Methods：The Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge connects Tongliang Village in Baisha Township with Hejie and Hengjiao Villages in Xiyu Township. 1. Motorcycle/Car: From Magong City, take County Road 203, turn left at Dongwei, passing through Zhongtun, Jiangmei, Chikeng, and Houliao villages, to reach the Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge next to Tongliang Village. 2. Bus Information: Please take the Tongliang Line and Wai'an Line, and get off at Tongliang Station.

Other Nearby Attractions： Cross-Sea Bridge 、 Tongliang Ancient Banyan 、 Tongliang Ancient Banyan 、 Bao'an Temple 、 Yongcheng Ancient House 、 Xiaomenyu 、 Xiao Men Cai Zhai 、 Hou-Liao Thirty People Temple 、 Whale Cave 、 Xiao Men Geological Exploration Museum

Nearby Cuisine： Rongyuan Snack Bar【Baisha Township】、 Yijia Cactus Ice【Baisha Township】、 Freezer Ice Cream【Baisha Township】、 Auntie Cactus Ice【Baisha Township】、 Three Brothers Squid Balls【Baisha Township】、 Treasure Cove Art Shop at the Cross-Sea Bridge 、 A-Ting Seafood, Hsiuyu Township 、 Heartfelt Stories (Xiǎomén Yǔ) 、 Ahong Cactus Specialty Store【Xiyu Township】、 Dachih Fried Cakes & Shark Fillet【Xiyu Township】