DMZ Peace Trail (Goseong A/B Course) (DMZ 평화의 길(고성 A/B코스))
Gangwon · 481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Admission
10,000 won (as of 2023)
10,000 won (as of 2023)
Address
481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Overview
The DMZ Peace Trail is a trekking path created with the hope of fostering peace in the Korean DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). This trail offers views of the renowned Geumgangsan Mountain and the Haegeumgang Islets. To access the trail, visitors must first register their visit at the Goseong Visitor Registration Center, confirm their identity, and then acquire a visitor pass at the Jejin Checkpoint. After these steps, visitors can proceed to the Unification Observatory, which is the starting point of the trail.<br />[Course A] Unification Observatory → Geumgang Access Gate → Geumgangsan Observatory → Unification Observatory (2.7km on foot + 5.2km by car)<br />[Course B] Unification Observatory → Anho Checkpoint → Geumgangsan Observatory → Unification Observatory (7.2km by car)
Location
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South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.