Setting out from Jiantan MRT Station, this tour route combines both cultural and natural attractions. Stops along the way include the Taipei Astronomical Museum and Guandu Nature Park , offering a green escape from the bustle of downtown Taipei . The route then follows Guandu Bridge over the Danshuei River to the picturesque Left Bank of Bali to enjoy the riverside scenery and breeze. Visitors can also check out the Bali Ferry Wharf Plaza , Old Banyan Pillbox and other points of interest before heading to the Left Bank Hostel for a relaxing espresso or to the Left Bank Park for a scenic stroll. The Wazihwei Nature Reserve and Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology are other must-see sights when visiting the Left Bank of Bali .

Cycling Route
Taipei MRT Jiantan Station － Keelung Road － Shilin (Shihlin) Night Market － Taipei Astronomical Museum － Shuangsi Bridge － Jhoumei Expressway Riverbank － Beitou Incinerator － MP Brigade － Jhaolai Bridge － Guandu Temple － Guanyin Keng River － Guandu Bridge － Bali Ferry Wharf － Old Banyan Pillbox － Left Bank Hostel － Left Bank Park － Wazihwei Nature Reserve － Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology (One-way trip: ~ 27km )

Getting to Guandu
1. By MRT: Take the Danshui (Danshuei) MRT Line to Guandu Station and follow Jhihsing Road to Guandu Temple . Follow the path in front of the temple to the bicycle path entrance.
2. By Bus: Take the No. 302 bus to Guandu Station (the last stop). You can also take the No. 308, No. 2 or No. 5 Jhihnan Bus, or the Danhai-bound Sindian Bus to Guandu Station. From the station walk along Jhihsing Rd. for about 15 minutes to Guandu.
3. By Car: Take the Second Northern Freeway to the Chongcing N. Rd. Interchange. Follow Chongcing N. Rd. past Bailing Bridge and turn left. Follow Chengde Road and Dadu Rd. to Guandu.

Left Bank of Bali
Taipei 's " La Rive Gauche ," Bali on the left bank of the Danshuei River has come of age as a weekend getaway from the city. Its rise has been the product of a recent makeover that has replaced the once view-blocking hedges along the riverbank with open grassy areas, boardwalks, bike paths, cafes, and a new museum at the Shihsanhang Archaeological Site by the river mouth.

The Left Bank of Bali scenic route extends 2.4 kilometers from the Danshuei Ferry Wharf to the Shihsanhang Museum of Archeology . This route is connected by a quick ferry ride and a riverside walkway bringing cyclists and walkers to the various scenic attractions at the Danshuei estuary.

The bikeway weaves through lush grassy areas that are open to the refreshing air blowing in from the river. It sets out from the ferry pier area, where visitors can sample Bali 's famous green mussels and "Double Sister" donuts.

Bali does not stint on ecological sights, and one of the most notable is the mangrove forest of the Wazihwei Nature Reserve. To enjoy the ocean breeze, continue down the path to the Sea View Pier or the Horizon & Sea Viewing Area. The beach here is a good spot to relax and lull away your stress with the rise and ebb of the waves and setting sun.

Of course no trip to Bali is complete without a visit to the Shihsanhang Cultural Park and Museum of Archeology . Apart from the fascinating exhibits inside, the award-winning design of the museum is also a sight to behold.

Make sure to stop at the Left Bank Hostel in the middle of Left Bank Park to enjoy the river view over a cup of coffee. The Left Bank Theater, also located nearby, occasionally presents performances, adding a cultural note to your trip across the Danshuei River .

Information Taipei-Guandu left bank of bali

◎ By Car
1. Sun Yat-sen Freeway → Chongcing N. Rd. Interchange → Chengde Rd. → Dadu Road → Guandu Bridge → Prov. Hwy 15 → Bali
2. Sun Yat-sen Freeway → Linkou Interchange → County Hwy 105 → Linkou → Prov. Hwy 15 → Bali
3. Sanchong, Lujhou → County Hwy 103 → Prov. Hwy 15 → Bali

◎ By Train/Bus
1. Take the Danshui (Danshuei) MRT Line to Zhongyi Station. Then take the No. 632 bus to Bali and to scenic sites along the route.
2. From Danshuei Ferry Wharf take the ferry to Bali Ferry Pier. Then take the No. 632 bus to scenic sites along the route.
3. From Banciao Station take the Bali-Banqiao line of the San-Chung Bus past Sinjhuang and Wugu to Bali and get off at any stop along the route.

Bike Rental Data
．Syuanfeng Bicycles: Guanhai Blvd. , Bali Township , Taipei County (next to the Papaya Restaurant), Tel: 0933-871-498,
．Taipei County and City Bicycle Rental Service Center (Bali Station): Next to the Left Bank Hostel, Tel: (02) 8630-5530

Bike Services Shops
． Giant–Shihsanhang Branch: No. 159, Bowuguan Rd. , Bali Township , Taipei County, Tel: (02) 8630-4585

Bicycle Route

Cycling Notes
1. This route can get hot in summer, even into the evening hours. Make sure to wear a hat for shade and apply sunscreen.
2. The wooden path is slippery so ride slowly.

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Travel Services
． North Coast and Guanyinshan National Scenic Area, Tourism Bureau, MOTC Address: No. 164-2, Putou Valley, Puping Village, Sanjhih Township, Taipei County Tel: (02) 2636-4503
． MRT Danshui (Danshuei) Station Visitor Information Center Address: No. 1, Jhongjheng Rd. , Danshuei Township , Taipei County Tel : (02) 2626-7613

•  Services: Introduction to bicycles and cycling accessories by professional cycling instructors

•  Cycling Services: Supply car support and bicycle pick-up and return service

•  Repair Services: Maintenance personnel/tools to ensure a worry-fee ride

•  Safety Services: Professional staff accompany riders; NT$2 million in travel insurance protection

•  Guide Services: Introductions to scenic sites and points of interest

•  Recording Service: Tours are fully documented with photos and video

•  High-end Bicycles: High-end bicycles best suited to the particular terrain of the route will be provided for rental along with safety helmets, water bottles, and riding gloves.

•  Food Service: Replenishing snacks and beverages will be provided during the tour.