By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled and reported
The Qinzhibuzi Skywalk officially began its trial operation on July 1. (Photo provided by Fengbin Township Office)
Less than two weeks into the trial operation, on July 12, a tourist threw a stone at the reinforced glass walkway, causing a one-meter section of the glass to crack. After receiving reports of this intentional damage to the skywalk, the Fengbin Township Office immediately dispatched personnel for emergency repairs and temporarily closed the walkway, with reopening time yet to be determined.
On July 12, part of the reinforced glass on the walkway was intentionally damaged by a tourist throwing a stone. (Photo / Fengbin Township Office, Hualien County)
This walkway was originally a coastal path from the Japanese colonial era, later also known as the Qinzhibuzi Maritime Ancient Trail. Now, with the completion and opening of the Qinzhibuzi Skywalk, the stunning ocean views have become the main draw for visitors. Although the completion schedule was delayed several times, it finally began its trial operation at the start of the summer vacation. The skywalk can support a load of approximately 230 people simultaneously on the bridge. For safety reasons, the Fengbin Township Office will manage on-site crowd control, allowing only 100 visitors on the bridge at a time.
During the trial period, the skywalk primarily invited residents of Fengbin Township to visit first, and then arranged for various groups, tribal communities, and local neighborhoods to experience the skywalk in sequence. In the future, parking fees and entrance fees for the ancient trail experience will also be charged to visitors.