Each of Korea’s cycling routes offers unique perspectives on Korea. Don’t have much time in Korea. Here are some quick breakdowns of where you can cycle.
Cross-Country Route
The Cross-Country Route may be the most well known. It travels from the northwest edge of Korea to the southeast tip, riding two rivers, a canal, and hopping a mountain pass along the way.
Most of the route is flat. However, you’ll find a handful of big climbs. Two of the toughest sit in the middle of the country. You can skip the section by using an intercity bus.
Spanning 633 kilometers, the route will take between 5 to 8 days to complete.
East-Coast Route
The East-Coast Route is gorgeous. Passing dozens of beaches and resort towns, it offers amazing views of Korea’s eastern coastline.
A little more challenging than the Cross-Country Route, the East Coast bike paths don’t cross metropolitan cities and ride on lightly trafficked vehicle roads. Furthermore, the bottom half of the route, below Donghae City, passes a series of spiky hills.
Many riders can cross the route’s 343 kilometers in 5 to 7 days.
Western Routes
The Western Routes feature four separate bike paths that crawl along three rivers and a series of streams. None feature hamstring stretching hills and all sport unique natural and cultural sights.
Averaging between 100 to 150 kilometers, cyclists can finish each bike path in one to two days to complete.
Jeju Fantasy Bike Path
The Jeju Fantasy Bike Path circles Jeju Island, known as Korea’s Hawaii. It meanders by some of the nation’s most photographed beaches, as well as natural wonders like dormant volcanoes and waterfalls.
Most riders can complete the island’s 234-kilometers circumference in 3 to 4 days.