"Walking Above the West Sea Sunset": Hwaseong’s 17km 'Golden Coast Road' from Jebudo to Gungpyeong Port Opens

Hwaseong City Temporarily Opens "Hwaseong Golden Coastal Road" Embracing the West Sea Sunset
Three Themed Sections Created... 4.4 km of Overwater Decks Offer a Unique Experience
Significant Upgrade to Visitor Convenience with New Village Buses and 1,600 Parking Spaces
"The Sea Beneath Your Feet, the Sunset on the Horizon"… A New Landmark for West Coast Tourism

A premium 17-kilometer walking trail along the scenic West Coast of Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, has finally been unveiled. The trail, called the "Hwaseong Golden Coastal Road," stretches from Jebudo Island, passes through Baekmi Port, and ends at Gungpyeong Port. With its overwater deck that gives the sensation of walking above the sea, views of the West Sea sunset, and a blend of tidal flats and fishing village scenery, this route is expected to emerge as a new attraction for West Coast tourism in the greater Seoul area.

Jung Myunggeun, Mayor of Hwaseong City, is walking along the 'Hwaseong Golden Coastal Road' on the 26th. Provided by Hwaseong City

The Hwaseong Special City announced on the 27th that it completed the construction of the Golden Coastal Road and began its temporary opening on the 26th.

The name "Golden Coastal Road" was inspired by the spectacular sight of the West Sea’s waves shimmering gold at sunset. With this opening, Hwaseong City has completed a "marine content belt" that connects key hubs for marine tourism along the West Coast near the Seoul metropolitan area.

The full course is divided into three sections, allowing visitors to choose according to their purpose and level of experience.

The first section, "Sunset View Trail" (5.0 km), runs from Jebu Marina to Songgyo-ri. Walking along the refreshing coastal road and reaching the 0.3-km overwater deck at sunset, visitors are greeted by the sight of the red sun sinking below the horizon straight ahead.

'Hwaseong Hwanggeumhaeangil' temporarily opened on the 26th. Provided by Hwaseong City

The highlight of this project is the second section, the "Salt Sea Trail" (4.5 km). This section features the longest overwater deck of the entire trail, stretching 2.3 km. At high tide, seawater ripples beneath the deck, while at low tide, vast tidal flats and salt fields unfold, offering the unique charm found only on the West Coast.

The third section, the "Gungpyeong Tourism Trail" (7.5 km), which connects Baekmi Port to Gungpyeong Port, features a beautifully curved 1.8-km overwater deck and modern resort facilities, creating an exotic atmosphere. The newly developed marine tourism infrastructure is also expected to boost demand for longer-stay tourism.

Hwaseong City has also expanded transportation and convenience facilities in anticipation of increased visitors. The "Golden Coast 01·02" village buses, which circulate between Seohaerang Cable Car, Jeongok Port, Jebudo Island, and Gungpyeong Port, have been running ahead of schedule since last month. Including temporary lots, a total of eight parking areas with space for approximately 1,600 vehicles have been secured, and public restrooms have been distributed across 12 locations.

Jung Myung-geun, Mayor of Hwaseong City, emphasized, "The Golden Coastal Road offers a unique healing experience exclusive to Hwaseong, where you can fully enjoy the West Sea sunset and the charm of fishing villages while walking on an overwater deck. Starting with this opening, we will foster it as the top walking destination in the metropolitan area and inject new vitality into the local economy."

Jung Myung-geun, Mayor of Hwaseong City, is enjoying the view of the West Coast from the Hwaseong Golden Coast Road Observatory on the 26th. Provided by Hwaseong City.

Meanwhile, during this temporary opening period, Hwaseong City plans to gather visitors’ feedback and further improve the facilities before the official launch. With this, another premium walking trail has opened on the West Coast, just over an hour’s drive from the Seoul metropolitan area. The experience of walking along the golden sea at sunset is expected to provide visiting tourists with special memories this summer.

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