Bloom & Feast! Your Ultimate Guide to Taiwan’s 2025 Tongluo Chrysanthemum Festival!

The amazing folks at Miaoli County Funong Agricultural Products Marketing Cooperative are rolling out this year’s festival with a super cool theme: “Chrysanthemum Insider.” Think breathtaking views, delicious farm-to-table experiences, eco-friendly adventures, and even some international vibes. It’s all about stepping into Tongluo, soaking up those gorgeous chrysanthemums in full bloom, and finding your moment as a true “chrysanthemum insider.” Trust me, you’ll want to be there!

Tongluo Chrysanthemums

2025 Tongluo Chrysanthemum Festival Deets!

This year, they’re leveling up the game by blending three incredible things into one unforgettable event: the stunning chrysanthemum fields, an authentic Hakka banquet experience, and a peek into transparent food safety education. It’s not just about snapping pics of flowers (though you’ll get plenty of those!). This is a full-on cultural journey, taking you straight from the farm to your fork. Seriously, how cool is that? It all goes down November 15th-16th in Changshu Village, Tongluo Township.

• When to go: November 15th – 16th, 2025
• Where the magic happens: The main venue for the 2025 Tongluo Chrysanthemum Festival in Changshu Village, Tongluo Township, Miaoli County. (Just Google Map it, folks!)

Getting There: Your Transportation Guide

Okay, let’s talk logistics. Getting there is a breeze, whether you’re rolling solo or joining the eco-conscious crowd.

Shuttle Bus Info (Go Green!)

The festival has teamed up with Taiwan Railways (TRA) for a super cool “Rail + Flower Field” low-carbon travel route. From November 15th to 16th, just hop on a train to Tongluo Train Station. Once you’re there, shuttle buses will be waiting right outside the station, whisking you straight to the main event! They run every 15 minutes from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. (Heads up: the final schedule and routes will be posted on their official fan page/website closer to the date, so keep an eye out!)

Driving Yourself? No Sweat!

If you’re hitting the road, take National Freeway 1 (Freeway No. 1) to the Tongluo Interchange. Then, connect to Provincial Highway 13 Outer Ring Road. From there, make a left at Jiuhu Bridge onto Shuifang Road, or take a right at Tongke South Road Bridge onto Miaoli County Highway 38-2 to reach the festival grounds. (Just a heads-up: traffic control will be in effect during the festival, so plan accordingly!)

Tongluo Chrysanthemum Flower Viewing Routes

Tongluo is seriously blessed with chrysanthemums, boasting over a hundred flower fields spread across more than 30 hectares! These beauties are mainly clustered around Jiuhu Village (where the Chrysanthemum & Taro Festival main venue usually is), Chaoyang Village (around the train station), Changshu Village (near Wenfeng Elementary School and along Provincial Highway 13), and Zhongping Village (the main taro growing area). So many options, so little time!

• Behind Tongluo Train Station: Take the underpass from the front of the station to the path behind it, then stroll south towards Jiuhu Estuary. Perfect for a leisurely walk!
• Jiuhu Village’s Shuifang Road Fields: Just navigate to “Qiumei Ren Farm” – you can’t miss the fields lining the road!
• Jiuhu Village’s Miaoli County Highway 38 Fields: Punch “Jiuhu Leisure Farm” into your GPS, and you’re golden.
• Changshu Village Fields (near Wenfeng Elementary School): The area around the school is just bursting with blooms.
• Changshu Village Fields (along Provincial Highway 13): Pro tip: Enter from the road opposite Rongle Toothbrush Tourism Factory and head north along the small path towards Jiuhu Estuary. This spot is prime for catching those iconic shots of trains chugging through the flower fields! Choo-choo, gorgeous views!

Tongluo Chrysanthemums

The Hakka Chrysanthemum Feast: A Culinary Adventure!

Okay, foodies, listen up! This is where things get seriously exciting. This year, local master chefs have outdone themselves, crafting a “Chrysanthemum Feast 2.0” that’s going to blow your taste buds away! They’re infusing the delicate fragrance of chrysanthemums into traditional Hakka dishes, creating a whole new level of culinary magic. We’re talking about a time-honored Hakka banquet experience, from the carefully curated menu to the traditional serving order – every single dish is a labor of love, a delicious continuation of culture. Imagine this: a gentle autumn breeze, you’re seated with friends and family, savoring this “Floral Fragrance Feast” that’s uniquely Tongluo. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience, tasting the warmth of the land and the hospitality of the people.

They’ve even brought in culinary experts like Assistant Professors Li You-zhen and Chen Feng-zhi from Minth University’s Department of Restaurant Management to co-design this incredible Hakka Chrysanthemum Banquet. Expect delightful chrysanthemum stew, fragrant floral desserts, special teas, and creative set meals. So, beyond just snapping those Insta-worthy flower shots, you get to truly taste Hakka culture! Keep an eye on their fan page for reservation details!

• Dining Times: November 15th – 16th, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Check-in: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: The main venue for the 2025 Tongluo Chrysanthemum Festival in Changshu Village, Tongluo Township, Miaoli County. (Same as the main event, easy peasy!)
• Cost: NT$4,500 per table (seats 10 people)

What’s on the Menu (Get Ready to Drool!)

• Fragrant Chrysanthemum Poached Chicken
• Slow-Braised Hakka Pork Belly (Xiao Feng)
• Celery & Aromatic Tofu Skin Stir-fry
• Ginger & Vinegar Exploding Pig Intestines (don’t knock it ’til you try it!)
• Hakka Stir-fry with Dried Tofu & Squid
• Sweet & Sour Pineapple and Wood Ear Mushroom with Intestines
• Chrysanthemum Infused Heart-Soothing Soup
• Chrysanthemum Honey & Savory Sticky Rice Cakes
• Hometown Fucai (Fermented Mustard Green) Soup
• Limited Edition Chrysanthemum Season Dessert

Group Reservations (Good to Know!)

• Each table is just NT$4,500.
• Only one person needs to make the group reservation.
• Each table seats 10 people and comes with 10 servings, tableware, and chairs.
• This is a meat-lover’s paradise, no vegetarian options available for the banquet, sorry!
• Table assignments are up to the organizers, no special requests.
• There are 40 tables available daily for this “Chrysanthemum Feast: Taste of Autumn” event. So book fast!

Tongluo Chrysanthemums 

Data Source: Miaoli County Funong Agricultural Products Marketing Cooperative