Highlights

Geumgang Bike Path

The Geumgang Bike Path runs 146 kilometers from Daech eong Dam to the Geum River Estuary Bank. It offers a journey through history, culture, and nature, passing remnants of Baekje’s ancient glory and tranquil ecological reserves.

Cyclists can explore iconic landmarks such as Gongju’s Gongju Gong Mountain Fortress, Buyeo’s Baekje Historic Area, and the estuarine wetlands that host flocks of migratory birds.

Let’s take a closer look at the major highlights along the Geumgang Bike Path.

Daecheong Dam

Daecheong Dam, located between Daejeon and Cheongju, spans the Geum River and plays a vital role in South Korea’s water management infrastructure.

Completed in 1980, it ranks as the nation’s third-largest artificial reservoir by storage capacity, following Soyang Lake and Chungju Lake. The dam’s primary purposes include flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power generation.

North Star Road

North Star Road, also known as Bukyuseong-daero, is an 8.78-kilometer road connecting Daejeon, Korea’s fifth largest city, and Sejong City, Korea’s second capitol.

Part of National Road No. 1 (국도 제1호선), it features a 4.6-kilometer dedicated bike path partially covered with overhead solar panels. This shaded path generates approximately 2,200 MWh of electricity annually—enough to power 600 households—while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Sejong Lake Park

Sejong Lake Park is the centerpiece of Sejong City. Opened in 2013 and spanning 697,246 square meters, it is South Korea’s largest artificial lake. It was designed to offer recreation, education, and cultural experiences in an eco-friendly environment.

The park offers a network of trails, diverse ecosystems, and proximity to Sejong’s government and cultural landmarks, like the modern architecture of the Sejong National Library.