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1. List of attractions in Northeast Coast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area:
New Taipei City:
Nanya Rock, Nanzilin Trail, Bitou Service Area, Bitou Cape Trail, Longdong Bay Ocean Park (Bitou-Longdong Geopark), Longdong Bay Cape Trail, Longdong South Mouth Ocean Park (Longdong Four Seasons Bay), Jinsha Bay Seaside Park, Yan Liao Seaside Park (Lanwan Seaside Recreation Area), Longmen Camping Resort (Longmen Camping Area), Fulong Visitor Center, Fulong Beach, Yuanwangkeng Water Park, Lingjiu Mountain Wusheng Dojo, Old Caoling Tunnel, Lailai geological area, Sijiao Cave Observation Deck, Sandiaojiao Lighthouse, Magang Observation Deck, Maoao Fishing Village, Aojiao Coffee.
Yilan County:
Shicheng Service Area, Dali Tiangong Temple, Dali Visitor Center, Caoling Ancient Road, Taoyuan Valley, Caoling Ancient Road Manghua Pavilion, Honeymoon Bay, Beiguan Haichao Park, Waiao Service Area, Lanyang Museum, Yongzhen Seaside Park, Zhuangwei Sand Dune Ecological Park, Cliff Hut, Zheli Coffee Cultural and Creative Center, Sand Dune Iron Horse Corridor Large Observation Deck, Neipi Security Checkpoint, Neipi Beach, Nanfang'ao Observation Deck, and Nanfang'ao Visitor Center.
2. Recommended itinerary for the 114th Spring Festival:
One-day tour to Northeast Coast and Yilan Coast popular check-in spots
From Taipei (not via the national highway) to Yilan:
Bitoujiao Trail and Tingtao Camp→Cliff Hut→Zheli Coffee Creative Center→Sand Dune Horse Track Dafu Observation Deck→Neipi Security Checkpoint
From Yilan (not via the national highway) to Taipei:
Zhuangwei Sand Dunes Ecological Park→Toucheng Old Street Tour→Wai'ao Service Area→Sandiao Cape Lighthouse→Bitou Cape Trail and Tingtao Camp

Bitoujiao Trail and Tingtao Camp
The Bitou Cape Trail is a 3.5-kilometer-long wooden plank trail. Along the way, you can see magnificent mountain and bay capes, fantastic sea erosion terrain, majestic waves crashing on the shore, and colorful coastal plants. There is also a 360-degree view of the whole trail. The Northeast Coast is right at your feet, offering a panoramic view of the spectacular sea and sky. The Tingtao Camp, which opened in October 2019, is currently operated by Tingtao Café, providing tourists with a rich recreational experience and catering services. The Northeast Coast Management Office will use the idle camp space To revitalize and recreate the local characteristics, the camp buildings were structurally strengthened and the overall camp was renovated to create camp-specific buildings, rest corridors and viewing platforms. In addition to retaining the original military camouflage elements, the color style of the camp The addition of pink makes the overall style break away from the traditional serious military image and transform into a softer, more colorful and more approachable one.

Cliff House
The Cliff House is located in Shicheng, the northernmost part of Toucheng, Yilan. It can be seen when you ride a bicycle out of the old Caoling Tunnel from Fulong. It is now operated by No. 9 Coffee. The interior is two-story, with the first floor as a seating area and counter, and the second floor Reservations are required in advance. It has an unbeatable sea view. As far as the eye can see is the entire blue Pacific Ocean, and you can also see Guishan Island in the distance. There is also a parking lot next to the culvert, which is a very convenient attraction whether you drive or ride a bicycle.

This Li Coffee Creative Center
Located in Yilan Toucheng Surf Street, the restaurant combines local creation with the original folk style. The interior decoration emphasizes a relaxed and natural style. It is like being in Bali, relaxing and slow-paced, enjoying drinks and delicious meals. It is the chillest experience. The one-kilometer-long embankment trail next to the store connects Hong Kong and Macau and is very suitable for walking and taking photos. It also has a unique flavor when taking photos on rainy days. It is definitely one of the must-visit attractions in the northeast corner of Yilan.

Sand Dune Horse Corridor Dafu Observation Deck
The Dafu Sea-viewing Sunrise Platform (Sand Dune Iron Horse Corridor Viewing Platform), a new scenic spot in Zhuangwei, is located in the coastal area of Dafu Village, Zhuangwei Township, Yilan County, close to the Yilan Coastal Bicycle Path, with abundant natural shade behind it and facing the magnificent Guishan Mountain. The island-sea view is one of the best viewing spots for the sunrise on Guishan Mountain, the first of the eight scenic spots in Lanyang. The Yilan Coastal Bike Path is approximately 12 kilometers long. Compared to the southern section, the northern section lacks rest areas. To benefit bicycle tourists, this platform was added to provide a place for tourists to take a short break and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the northeast coast. The platform design concept is based on the image of "net", "wave" and "sampan platform". It takes advantage of the local sand dune terrain, integrates the memory of winter eel catching and summer fishing into the viewing platform, and is designed with the place name "Da Fu" The three-dimensional framed landmark is equipped with a fixed swing seat, allowing tourists to capture beautiful images and memories of Guishan Island and the sea view, creating a check-in landscape highlight with local characteristics. Along the way, you can also visit attractions such as Yongzhen Coastal Recreation Area, Zhuangwei Sand Dunes Ecological Park, and Donggang Banyan Park. In addition, there are also many accommodation options around Zhuangwei and Jiaoxi. Why not come and experience the tranquility and leisure of the Yilan coast?

Neipi Security Checkpoint
When you come to Nanfang'ao, you may know that you must eat fresh seafood and take in the beautiful harbor scenery, but you may not know that there is also a romantic and beautiful Lover's Bay near the fishing port, with a vast ocean and shining beaches under the blue sky and white clouds. , is a secret place in the bay for lovers to have a sweet date. The "Neipizi" in Nanfang'ao is also known as Lover's Bay and Neipi Fishing Port. The outside of the fishing port is separated from the Pacific Ocean by a sand dune embankment. The sand dunes facing the Pacific Ocean are the beautiful "Neipi Beach". "Xiao'e Coffee" is the sister store of "Kong'e Farm". It is located in the Lover's Bay of Neipi Beach in the innermost part of Nanfang'ao. It has a million-dollar sea view and is the most scenic restaurant closest to the sea in Yilan. The entire building of Xiao'e Coffee is built of wood. The interior of the first floor is designed in the exotic Moroccan style, and the tables and chairs on the second floor are arranged mainly for viewing the million-dollar sea view. The view is wide and the scenery is super beautiful. Every seat has an unbeatable sea view.
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Zhuangwei Sand Dune Ecological Park
Zhuangwei Sand Dunes Ecological Park is a representative new attraction with international appeal in Yilan. The park was designed by the famous architect Huang Shengyuan with the core concept of "clearing the valley and seeing the sand dunes". It integrates the local natural elements of Yilan to present the dune landscape and sand cave architectural space. Walking on one side of the park is a quiet rural field. The water in the pond reflects the changing weather and the endless treetops, which not only sets off the beauty of the Zhuangwei Sand Dunes Ecological Park, but also makes people slow down their pace unconsciously when they see the vast undulating sand dunes in front of them. Landscape art is a new check-in attraction for tourists visiting here.

Wai'ao Service Area
Waiao Service Area, this bright yellow building that looks like a paraglider or a large ship was designed by the famous architect Yao Renxi. Its modern appearance has multiple images. The yellow exterior wall is set against the blue sky and sea. Guishan Island has its own sandy beach and a blue seawall trail. Whenever the sun sets on the sea at dawn and dusk, the silhouettes of tourists playing come into view, which contrasts beautifully with the sunrise on Guishan Mountain and the turtle wearing a hat.

Sandiaojiao Lighthouse
The Sandiaojiao Lighthouse is also known as the "Eye of Taiwan" and is a popular tourist attraction. It features a pure white lighthouse building, a football-shaped airway radar, a Greek-style pavilion, and a heart-shaped art installation. There is also a small round arch next to the lighthouse. The church was rebuilt from a kerosene storage warehouse. The retro wooden doors and stained glass windows create a sweet and romantic atmosphere, attracting many couples to have romantic dates here. You can also see many newlyweds taking wedding photos here, leaving behind beautiful memories. The commanding position and wide view make it a paradise for sunrise fans and photography enthusiasts.
Fulong Coastal Bicycle + Slow Travel 2-Day Tour
Day 1:
Fulong Visitor Center → Old Caoling Loop Bicycle Trail (20K) (Old Caoling Tunnel, Lailai Geological Area, Sijiao Cave Observation Deck, Sandiaojiao Lighthouse, Magang Observation Deck, Maoao Fishing Village, Aojiao Coffee, etc.) → Camping or cabins at Longmen Camping Area, nearby hotels or B&Bs
Day 2:
Longmen-Yanliao Bicycle Path→Blue Bay Seaside Recreation Area→Aodi Seafood Street Chinese Restaurant (return to Fulong to return the car, take Taiwan Express Golden Fulong Line)→Jiufen→Ruifang→Return Home

Old Caoling Bicycle Tunnel
This "Iron Horse Tunnel" combines history, culture and sightseeing. The tunnel is about 2,167 meters long. The best way to experience it is by riding a bicycle to feel its original appearance. When the train passes by, you can hear the rumbling sound of the train. This is a must-visit place for many railway fans. The tunnel is warm in winter and cool in summer. The railway tracks and hanging oil lampshades on the ground have a strong retro flavor. It seems that you have traveled through time and space while riding, and even across two counties and cities - New Taipei City and Yilan County. Don’t forget to take photos and check in with the signboard representing the boundary between the county and the city, it’s quite interesting!

Lailai Geological Area
The various strange rocks and landforms here are even more amazing. The black rocks are arranged in parallel all the way, and the vast and quiet linear patterns and the surging waves that follow are amazing. The "Fire Dragon Rock" is the largest in Taiwan, which looks like the back of a dragon diving into the sea and stands on a flat sedimentary rock platform. It is a trace left by the orogenic movement. Here you can also get a close look at the magnificent landscapes such as the large sea trenches and volcanic veins, and you can also look out over Guishan Island and enjoy the stunning sea views.

Sandiaojiao Lighthouse
The Sandiaojiao Lighthouse is also known as the "Eye of Taiwan" and is a popular tourist attraction. It features a pure white lighthouse building, a football-shaped airway radar, a Greek-style pavilion, and a heart-shaped art installation. There is also a small round arch next to the lighthouse. The church was rebuilt from a kerosene storage warehouse. The retro wooden doors and stained glass windows create a sweet and romantic atmosphere, attracting many couples to have romantic dates here. You can also see many newlyweds taking wedding photos here, leaving behind beautiful memories. The commanding position and wide view make it a paradise for sunrise fans and photography enthusiasts.
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Magang Observation Deck
Magang Scenic Area is located at 107.7 km of Provincial Highway 2. It was originally a patrol post, facing the sea, adjacent to Maoao Bay on the left and Sandiao Cape on the right. It has the functions of defense and sea surface monitoring. In recent years, due to the change of duties, the post was withdrawn and transformed into This multi-purpose recreational base and secret spot with unparalleled sea views is the best place to explore geological features, view the intertidal zone and the sea-sky junction.
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Mao Ao Fishing Village
The most distinctive "stone houses" in the fishing village are the best examples of using local materials. Sandstone, bamboo or thatch are all elements used to build houses. In the early days, when villagers built stone houses, they all helped each other to complete the construction. The cost is the salary of the stonemason. Usually we can tell the economic ability of the homeowner by the exquisiteness of the stone processing and the form of stone masonry. It is quite interesting, and each has different characteristics and beauty.