The Danjiang Bridge — a sweeping cable-stayed structure spanning the mouth of the Tamsui River between Tamsui and Bali District, New Taipei City— will open to traffic on May 12. Beyond its function as a traffic artery, city authorities are pitching the bridge as the centerpiece of a new multimodal tourism corridor that weaves together the MRT, buses, and river cruises into a single leisure experience.
A Landmark Built for the View
The bridge was designed by Zaha Hadid Architects and is widely expected to become one of northern Taiwan's most recognizable landmarks. Hsu Yuan-chi, section chief of transport management at the New Taipei City Transportation Bureau, said the structure's elegant silhouette offers something different at every hour — dramatic against the daylight sky and golden at dusk when the sun sets over the river estuary.
Multiple vantage points along both banks will give visitors distinct perspectives. At Fisherman's Wharf on the Tamsui side, visitors arriving by MRT to Tamsui Station and transferring to the Red 26 bus can walk to the boardwalk for close-up views of the bridge against the harbor. Further along, the Tamsui Old Street riverfront promenade offers a more leisurely approach, with the bridge visible across the water as visitors stroll the riverside walkway.
On the Bali side, the Left Bank Park provides arguably the most dramatic angle — the bridge's curved lines appear to dissolve into the sea. Visitors can reach it via several bus routes including the 682, 704, 878, 963, Red 13 and Red 22, alighting at the Dushentou stop. For a panoramic view from elevation, the Shisanhang Cultural Park's grassy hillside offers a sweeping vista of the bridge spanning the river mouth.
River Cruise with a Guide Aboard
The Transportation Bureau has also announced a dedicated "Danjiang Bridge Guided River Cruise" service, launching May 16 and running every Saturday and Sunday. Five departures per day will be available across two routes: a 50-minute loop departing from Tamsui Second Passenger Terminal, and a 90-minute journey connecting Zhongxiao Wharf and Dajia Riverside to the bridge before returning to the terminal.
Full-fare tickets are priced at NT$300, with concessions at NT$100 for seniors, people with disabilities and their companions. Passengers who show a ticket for the No. 115 sightseeing bus purchased within three days of their cruise are eligible for a 20% discount. Vessels will slow and pause near the bridge to allow passengers to photograph the structure up close from the water.
New Bus Routes Expand the Network
With the bridge open, the Transportation Bureau will introduce four new bus lines: the 988 express to Banqiao, the 989 and 990 airport express routes, and the No. 115 sightseeing bus linking key tourism sites. All new routes will operate on a reservation-only basis during a trial period running May 13 through June 10. Bookings can be made through the "Frog Bus 2.0" app or website. Schedules will be adjusted based on ridership data and public feedback collected during the trial.
Connecting Two Waterfronts
The Tamsui–Bali corridor has long been a popular day-trip destination, but traffic bottlenecks at the Guandu Bridge have been a persistent frustration. The Danjiang Bridge is designed to relieve that pressure while simultaneously opening up new options for visitors who prefer to leave their cars at home. The bureau's emphasis on combining ferry, bus and rail connections reflects a broader push to make the area's waterfront attractions more accessible without adding to road congestion.
For cruise schedule and booking information, visitriver-fun.taipei or search "Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip."
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