The path is built on the abandoned track of the Shengang Line, a former military railway that served the nearby Qingquangang Air Base.
The route passes through the 'Green Tunnel' section, where trees are pruned to form a consistent archway over the path.
The elevation change along the entire 14-kilometer stretch is minimal, as it follows the original railway grade.
The path features a specialized 'wave' design in certain sections to add visual interest and mimic undulating terrain.
It connects to other local paths like the Houfeng Bikeway via the greater Taichung bicycle network.
The route is specifically designed with priority signals and bridges that prevent cyclists from having to cross high-traffic intersections directly.
The Tanya Shen Green Bikeway is a 14-kilometer-long bicycle path constructed on a former military railway line in the Shengang, Daya, and Tanzi districts of Taichung. The route features a signature green tunnel created by dense rows of Alstonia scholaris and golden trumpet trees that provide continuous shade. The path is almost entirely flat and separated from motorized traffic, making it suitable for all cycling skill levels. It traverses agricultural landscapes, connecting several local neighborhood parks and resting points. The trail serves as a major urban greenway, repurposing industrial transportation infrastructure for recreational use.
The central tunnel section where the tree branches meet to form a complete overhead arch.
Rent bicycles from the numerous shops located at the trail heads in Shengang or Tanzi.
Check your bicycle brakes before departing, as the downhill sections—though minor—require consistent speed control.
Bring your own water, as the path spans long stretches of farmland where shops are infrequent.
Do not attempt to ride the entire 14-kilometer path during the peak heat of summer afternoons without adequate hydration.
Maintain the right side of the path to allow faster cyclists to pass; use bells when approaching pedestrians.
