Puli Area
The bikeways in Puli are both unique and differ in the degree of difficulty. They are a good challenge for bikers with experience in mountain biking. The section from Taomi Police Bureau to Mt. Jinlong runs into the green tunnel, where you would encounter insects buzzing, birds chirping and a gentle breeze that wakes up your appreciation of nature. The section that leads you to Longsheng Bicycle Service Station and Taomi Bicycle Service Station also allows you to stop by and visit the beautiful Taumi (Taomi) Eco-Village. Each bikeway is worthwhile for biking enthusiasts to experience and enjoy.
Those of you who want a challenge may want to prepare your gears and adjust your bike to its optimal condition. Start from Puli’s town center, ride over the rugged mountain road and arrive at Sun Moon Lake. After you have worked up a sweat, slow down your pace and enjoy the beautiful Sun Moon Lake.
Biking Precautions
- Bike routes are based on the following environment and road conditions. Please pick the bike route according to your individual strength and physical health condition.
- Each route will come to a point where it shares the road with other cars, please be sure to follow traffic regulations and signs, and pay attention to your safety.
- Please prepare riding equipment for the entire trip, i.e. helmet and gloves, and ensure your bike is in good condition before taking the trip.
- Please pay attention to safety matters during your ride, like braking safely, road conditions and obstacles, etc.
- We recommend you to come prepared with all your supplies, including a raincoat, and check the condition of your bike.
Bikeway Features
- Rustic country landscape along the way
- Rich natural ecology, insects buzzing, frogs croaking and butterflies flying
- Highly recommended for children and adults to enjoy nature here
- Experience the best that nature offers
Various Bikeway Features
- Degree of difficulty:★★★
- Starting point: Taomi Police Bureau → Ershan, Jiufen
- Distance: Approximately 24.4 km
- Riding time: Approximately 1.5 hours
The elevation here is approximately 400-900 meters. Start from Taomi Police Bureau, and ride pass Zhonggua Road to Nangang Road, then take Longnan Road to Ershan, Jiufen. Ride around Ershan, Jiufen once to get back to Longnan Road. This route is extremely difficult, with rugged terrain and no stores or other businesses close by, so be sure to have all your supplies ready and have your phone fully charged before departure.
- Degree of difficulty:★★★
- Starting point: Taomi Police Bureau → Jinlong Mountain
- Distance: Approximately 17.7 km
- Riding time: Approximately 1 hours 20 minutes
The elevation here is approximately 400-800 meters. Start from Taomi Police Bureau and go pass the Paper Dome and Pasture Yen Family. The whole distance is enhanced by the sounds of buzzing insects and chirping birds. The beautiful mountain view and scenery are unforgettable. This route is recommended for bikers who have experience in the intermediate climbing level. Certain parts of the route are uneven with poor road condition. Please remember to reduce biking speed at this part of your trip.
- Degree of difficulty:★★☆
- Starting point: Taomi Police Bureau → Longsheng Police Bureau
- Distance: Approximately 4.1 km
- Riding time: Approximately 40 minutes
The elevation here is approximately 400-600 meters. From Puli’s Longsheng Police Bureau. travel on Highway 65 and go pass Puli Paper and Taomi Eco-Village. Downtown Puli, Chi Nan University and Taomi Village can also be seen from afar. This route has more uphill slopes and ditches, so therefore, we recommend bikers with experience take up this challenge. Please ride carefully.
- Degree of difficulty:★★★
- Starting point: Longsheng Police Bureau → Sun Moon Lake Huanhu Rd.
- Distance: Approximately 43.8 km
- Riding time: Approximately 3 hours
From Puli’s Longsheng Police Bureau travel onto County Highway 131 to reach downtown Yuchi. Then from Wenwu Street. connect to Jintian Street to reach Sun Moon Lake. The elevation in this area is approximately 400-800 meters. We recommend that you pack all your supplies before departure. Also, most of this route shares the road with other cars, so please stay on the edge of the road while you’re riding your bike.
Bicycle Service Station
Longsheng Police Bureau
- Your location: Puli
- TEL: +886-49-2904298
- Address: No. 400, Nanhuan Rd., Puli Township, Nantou County 545, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
- Services: Tourists travel inquiry, simple bicycle repair service
Taomi Police Bureau
- Your location: Puli
- TEL: +886-49-2913832
- Address: No. 48, Taomi Ln., Puli Township, Nantou County 545, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
- Services: Tourists travel inquiry, simple bicycle repair service