The Huwei Sugar Factory is one of the only two sugar mills in Taiwan that still operate and produce sugar today.
The railway tracks at the station were specifically built for the 'Five-Centimeter Gauge' (762mm) system, common in historical Taiwanese light rail.
The station was a critical node in the extensive private railway network used by the Taiwan Sugar Corporation to transport sugarcane rather than passengers.
The site features preserved rolling stock, including vintage locomotive engines and cargo carriages used for hauling raw sugar and beets.
Many of the station's structural elements use Japanese-era architectural designs prevalent in early 20th-century Taiwanese industrial buildings.
Huwei Old Station is a preserved historic railway facility in Yunlin County, Taiwan, originally established to serve the Huwei Sugar Factory. The site acts as a key component of the local industrial heritage, showcasing narrow-gauge railway infrastructure once vital for the island's sugar production. Visitors can observe original railway tracks, train cars, and historical signage preserved from the station's active service period. It is managed under the umbrella of Taiwan Sugar Corporation, which maintains several sites related to the history of sugar transport. The location serves as a cultural educational center documenting the economic transformation of rural Taiwan. The station grounds are integrated into a larger heritage area that includes the Huwei Sugar Refinery nearby.
The intersection where the historic tracks cross the main path, providing a clear perspective of the old rails converging toward the station.
Combine your visit with a tour of the adjacent Huwei Sugar Factory grounds to see the active production facilities.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the site involves navigating uneven historic rail corridors and gravel paths.
Check the local weather forecast, as the site is primarily an outdoor open-air exhibition space with limited indoor shelter.
Do not mistake the display tracks for currently operating passenger train lines; no trains currently depart from this station for public transit.
The outdoor display area is generally accessible, but specific indoor facility components may close on Mondays.
Do not climb on the vintage train cars or walk on active rail tracks if they are marked as restricted.
