Free access gone? Taiwan’s longest “Baguashan Skywalk” may charge NT$50

▲ Taiwan’s so-called longest skywalk, the “Baguashan Skywalk.” (Photo / Courtesy of Changhua County Government)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

Taiwan’s so-called longest skywalk“Baguashan Skywalk”began a three-month free trial operation in July. Although the Changhua County Government previously stated that it would remain free until the end of the year, discussions have recently started regarding future pricing, with a current preference for a maximum fee of NT$50.

▲ The “Baguashan Skywalk” is currently free to enter. (Photo / Courtesy of Changhua County Government)

The “Baguashan Skywalk” is Taiwan’s longest skywalk, with the highest point reaching 16 meters, though most sections are between six and seven meters high. The skywalk features a lightweight steel frame with a grid-line design, stretching across the Bagua Mountain Road. It winds along the mountain terrain from the site of the Great Buddha, featuring seven entry and exit points along its 1,005-meter route — a roughly 15-minute walk. It connects the iconic Bagua Mountain Great Buddha with the Changhua Living Arts Museum, offering views of attractions such as a lotus pond ecological zone, the Martyrs' Shrine, a baseball field, and the Changhua Arts High School. With both historic sites and cultural elements, visitors can enjoy not only a bird’s-eye view but also a stroll through the forest to experience the beauty of the tree canopy ecosystem.

Public reaction to the potential fees has been mixed. Some believe that free entry is a stronger draw that will attract more visitors, while others say that charging a small fee could help maintain cleanliness and service quality.