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Traveling to the Pingxi area, driving, and taking the train for a one-day trip to New Taipei is also a great option. The Pingxi Line has several stations including Dahua, Shifen, Lingjiao, Pingxi, and Jingtong. There are many attractions near these stations in New Taipei. You can purchase a Pingxi Line Day Pass, get off at the stations along the line, and explore the Pingxi area.

Pingxi Attractions: A Romantic One-Day Trip in New Taipei

Pingxi Old Street 平溪老街

Regarding Pingxi, the most memorable thing is probably releasing sky lanterns by the tracks next to Pingxi Old Street. When you arrive in Pingxi, don’t forget to write your wishes on a sky lantern and try releasing one.

• Address: Pingxi Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan

Railway Sausages 鐵道熱腸

Next, we introduce one of the popular snacks on Pingxi Old Street, the “Railway Sausages.” On holidays, you can often see long queues before the stall. Besides sausages and Taiwanese sausage wrapped in glutinous rice, you can also buy original, charcoal-grilled, and five-flavored chicken fillets. You can choose according to your preference and buy a few to warm your stomach.

• Address: No. 18, Pingxi Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan
• Business hours: 11:00-18:30
• Contact: +886 2-24952032
• Railway Sausages Facebook Page

Pingxi Bridgehead Peanut Roll Ice Cream 平溪橋頭花生捲冰淇淋

In addition to Railway Sausages, “Pingxi Bridgehead Peanut Roll Ice Cream” on Pingxi Old Street is also a must-try traditional snack for many visitors. You can often see people lining up for it. The salty and sweet taste is perfect for both summer and winter. It’s especially good as a dessert after lunch or a salty snack!

Jingtong Old Street 菁桐老街

Located along the Pingxi Line, Jingtong Station also has many attractions worth exploring. Besides taking photos with the wooden station and nearby buildings and railways, you can also stroll along Jingtong Old Street. When passing Jingtong Station, feel free to get off and walk around, explore Jingtong Old Street, and then continue your journey.

• Address: Jingtong Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan

Hongbao Miner’s Canteen 紅寶礦工食堂

Next, we introduce a snack bar on Jingtong Old Street, “Hongbao Miner’s Canteen.” This shop is transformed from the welfare agency of the Shidi Mine. The interior is decorated in a retro style. The menu includes miner’s meals, railway lunch boxes, tea noodles, and other traditional flavors. You can also order desserts like ice cream waffles and frozen cream puffs. If you want to taste traditional flavors or see the relics of past mining, this is the place to dine.

• Address: No. 58, Jingtong Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan
• Business hours: Monday, Wednesday to Friday 11:00-16:30, Saturday and Sunday 11:00-17:30
• Contact: +886 2-24952168
• Hongbao Miner’s Canteen Facebook Page

Yang Shui 羊水

If you want to find a café along the Pingxi Line to leisurely enjoy coffee while listening to the sound of trains passing by, get off at Lingjiao Station and visit the nearby “Yang Shui.” In addition to coffee, lattes, and beer, they also offer pudding, cheesecake, and scones. You can bring a book and spend a leisurely afternoon here.

• Address: No. 7, Lingjiao, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan
• Business hours: See the shop’s Facebook for details
• Yang Shui’s Facebook Page

Yu Lu Café 與路

Near Dahua Station on the Pingxi Line, there is also a quiet café, “Yu Lu Café.” Dahua Station is an unmanned station, which adds a sense of tranquility and mystery. Sitting in the café next to the platform, you can gaze at the railway outside or enjoy the surrounding scenery. Sipping coffee, eating desserts, enjoying your time, and slowing down to feel the unique charm of Pingxi.

• Address: No. 13, Liufen, Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan
• Business hours: Wednesday to Sunday 12:00-17:00
• Yu Lu Café Facebook Page

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