Guandu Bridge

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Updates : 2024-12-02

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Travel tips

Stop by visiting the Lion's Head Bottleneck and the Golden Waterfront Bicycle Path.
The left and right bank observation buildings are the best spots to appreciate the Guandu Bridge.
Go to the Bali Seaworld Observation Deck and look east to see the Guandu Bridge and the Tamsui Line MRT train.
Cross the Guandu Bridge by bicycle and enjoy the strength and beauty of the bridge from far to near.

Introduction

Guandu Bridge is an important transportation hub connecting Bali, New Taipei City, and Guandu, Taipei City, about 6 kilometers from the mouth of the Tamsui River. Before the opening of the Danjiang Bridge was the last bridge before the Tamsui River entered the sea. Guandu Bridge is Asia's first fully welded steel arch bridge, with a length of 809 meters and a road width of 14.5 meters for four lanes. Completed and opened in 1983, the bridge considerably shortened travel time from Bali and Wugu to Tamsui and Beitou. Its parabolic red steel arch shape also makes Guandu Bridge a well-known landmark on the Tamsui River.

The most striking bridge on the Tamsui River
The bright red appearance makes the Guandu Bridge a significant landmark of the Tamsui River. The main bridge, which consists of a three-arch arch bridge and a two-arch cantilever bridge, is like a red rainbow across the sky, echoing with the surrounding Guanyin Mountain and Yangmingshan background, which is fantastic. There are pedestrian/bicycle paths on the bridge's north and south sides, each 2.25 meters wide. Visitors can ride bicycles to the bridge to enjoy the scenery of the Tamsui River. From the north side, overlook the Tamsui River estuary and the vibrant mangrove landscape. To the south, see the Guandu Temple and the city view of Luzhou.

Guandu Bridge Observation Buildings
There are observation buildings on both the left and right banks of Guandu Bridge, and the six-story observation buildings are the best places to appreciate the bridge's beauty. The right bank observation building offers views of Guandu Bridge and Guanyin Mountain. The left bank observation building is a favorite among those who love sunsets and night views. Come to the observation building in the evening, enjoy the bridge dyed golden by the setting sun and Yangmingshan behind it, and take photos of the city tracks after sunset.

How to Get There

Choose a transportation method based on your departure location.

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