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Explore Chungcheong with the same practical guide to places, local food, accommodation and travel from Seoul. Choose one area for each day and check the live route before departure.

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CHUNGCHEONG · PLAN VISUALLY

Chungcheong places & hiking trails

Use the filters to separate attractions, hiking trails, culture venues, food, photo spots, hotels and parking. Numbered pins match the cards below. Some cards describe areas or routes and use directions links instead of a pin. Locations are approximate planning references; open a live map before travelling.

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Attractions 15

Historic places, gardens and cultural landmarks.

START IN SEOUL

Routes from Seoul

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BEFORE YOU SET OFF

Visit at a glance

저장한 장소

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Know the area

Start with one town or sightseeing cluster. Distances between attractions can be substantial; use the map and individual guides to choose a manageable route.

Top sights

Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop


Follow the bends between Bobal-ri and Baekja-ri, with autumn colour outside the windows. The pass is about 3 km long; 540 m is its elevation, not the distance.

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단양


Follow the Namhangang River through limestone scenery, dramatic viewpoints and a market known for garlic dishes. Danyang is a compact base for a nature-focused escape, with Dodamsambong and Mancheonha as memorable starting points.

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독립기념관 단풍나무숲길


A maple tunnel, independence history and selected autumn evenings illuminated after dark.

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괴산 쌍곡구곡 · 쌍곡계곡


Pine-framed cliffs, clear pools and autumn colour beneath Bobae, Chilbo, Gunja and Bihak mountains.

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공주 마곡사


Walk into a riverside mountain temple, then choose a short forest section of the Baekbeom meditation paths. Magoksa is outside Gongju’s city centre, so make the local transfer part of your plan.

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금산산림문화타운 남이자연휴양림


Trade the city for a wooded valley in southern Geumsan. Combine one manageable forest walk with a wood-culture visit, or reserve Nami Recreation Forest accommodation for a slower overnight.

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보령 죽도 상화원


Follow a covered coastal corridor between pine trees, traditional buildings and West Sea views. This is a ticketed garden on road-connected Jukdo, not a ferry excursion.

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영동 월류봉 월류봉 둘레길


See the pavilion and cliffs from Wollyubong Square, then follow the river on the Wollyubong Trail. The scenic riverside walk is separate from climbing the peaks.

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옥천 수생식물학습원 천상의정원


Discover lakeside garden paths, aquatic planting and views over Daecheong Lake at the garden also known as Cheonsang-ui Jeongwon. This is a reserved visit, not an unrestricted public lakeside park.

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제천 의림지 한방치유숲길 · 비룡담


Find the white castle-like structure and forest reflections at Biryongdam, also called the second Uirimji. It is a separate reservoir from historic Uirimji below.

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논산 온빛자연휴양림 온빛수목원


A small pond and tall metasequoia trees create the forest scene known from Our Beloved Summer. Come for an outdoor walk and reflections, with modest expectations for the size of the site.

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단양 구인사


Explore a striking temple complex rising up a narrow mountain valley. The multi-storey halls and hillside views reward a slower visit, with uphill walking built into the plan.

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계룡 입암저수지 입암수변공원


A compact reservoir walk with waterside trees, benches and reflections. Choose it for a gentle scenic pause, rather than a full-day mountain outing.

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당진 삼선산수목원


A free municipal arboretum for seasonal plants and forest learning. Pick a short garden route for a relaxed family outing rather than trying to visit every collection.

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논산 탑정호 출렁다리 · 소풍길


Walk beside Tapjeongho and choose an open section of Sopung-gil. Plan the lake entrance, bridge, return transport and meal together; fountain performances use a separate timetable.

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세종 송암사


A quiet stone-tower temple at the foot of Sudasan. Choose a respectful temple visit, then consider Gobok Reservoir as a separate stop.

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보령 원산도 소록도 선셋전망대


This is the Sorokdo site near Wonsando in Boryeong, not the island in Goheung. Confirm the viewpoint approach, tides, waves and the return route before committing to a sunset visit.

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보령 원산도자연휴양림


Combine a coastal forest walk with an independently booked forest cabin. This is a Chungnam public recreation forest, with daytime access and overnight reservations handled separately.

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청주 추정리 메밀밭


White buckwheat flowers in a rural hillside field. Choose a flower-season visit with an uphill approach; this is not a flat city park beside Cheongju’s rail stations.

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금산 월영산 출렁다리


A 275 m suspension bridge between Wolyeongsan and Bueongsan above the Geum River. Choose the signed bridge circuit; a mountain name does not make this a summit itinerary.

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아산 신정호정원 달빛누리교


A 275 m ecological observation bridge at Sinjeongho Garden, opened in 2026. It is a garden/lake walk, with evening lighting as an optional experience rather than a suspension-bridge thrill ride.

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충남 논산 반야사 동굴법당


A working Buddhist temple in a former limestone quarry, with a distinctive cliff setting and cave prayer hall. Visit the permitted areas quietly; the inner cave is restricted because of falling rocks.

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대둔산 태고사 · 금산 사찰


A quiet Buddhist temple beneath Daedunsan’s rocky ridges. Visit the worship halls and stone gateway on the Geumsan side, with a separate plan for the steep approach and the return journey.

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충북 음성 가섭사


A quiet temple on Gaseopsan, approached by a hillside road. Visit the temple separately from a mountain summit hike.

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충북 제천 정방사


A cliff-backed temple looking towards the lake. Its narrow mountain approach and steps make it different from an easy lakeside promenade.

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충북 증평 연암지질생태공원


Reservoir decks, a suspension bridge and rock formations make a short waterside learning walk.

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세종 베어트리파크


A private arboretum with gardens and animal areas in northern Sejong. This is separate from the National Sejong Arboretum in the city.

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공주 구룡사 · 구절산 구절초


A temple and autumn white-flower slopes in Shinpung. Do not confuse it with the ancient Guryongsa ruins at Sangsin-ri.

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부여 백마강 · 구드래조각공원


Start at Gudeurae Sculpture Park for river scenery and link Buyeo’s Baekje heritage. A river walk and a sightseeing-boat ride are separate choices.

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당진 삽교호 놀이동산


A lakeside outing with amusement rides, a waterfront walk and a separate seafood meal. Buy rides only after checking current operation.

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옥천 장령산자연휴양림


Choose the valley and healing-forest walking route for a forest retreat.

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공주 유구핑크뮬리정원


Choose an autumn riverside garden visit in Yugu.

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Jangtaesan Recreational Forest


Make a forest visit part of a Daejeon stay. Walk at your own pace through wooded paths and pause in the shade.

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국립세종수목원


Pair outdoor garden collections with the Four Seasons Glasshouse in an urban arboretum. Select a few spaces rather than trying to see the entire site in one rushed circuit.

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Dodamsambong Peaks


Pause beside the river to see Danyang’s well-known rock formations. This is a compact scenic stop that pairs well with time in town.

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Mancheonha Skywalk & Danyanggang Jando Trail


See the river from a higher viewpoint and a separate riverside walking route. Leave room for both the approach and local transfers.

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Beopjusa Temple & Songnisan Theme Park


Plan a temple-area visit at the foot of Songnisan, with a separate leisure stop if it suits your group.

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제천 청풍호 비봉산 전망대


Reach Bibongsan by Cheongpung Lakeside Cable Car for a lake-and-mountain panorama. Choose the cable car entrance, not a generic lake pin or the separate monorail station.

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Cheongnamdae Presidential Villa


Explore a former presidential retreat and its grounds near the water. Combine the visit with a slower walk through the estate.

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Gongju Baekje Historic Areas


Use Gongju to explore Baekje history through fortress terrain and royal burial sites. The two main areas reward separate visits.

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Daecheon Beach


Plan a west-coast beach stay around a long shore walk and relaxed meal stops. Choose swimming only when conditions and designated access permit.

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Buyeo Baekje Historic Areas


Explore Baekje heritage through a pond landscape and the wooded fortress area of Busosanseong.

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서산 해미읍성


Explore a Joseon walled town that served military and administrative roles: Jinnammun gate → traditional houses → Dongheon government hall → courtyard and walls.

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Hyeonchungsa Shrine


Learn about Admiral Yi Sun-sin through a shrine and landscaped grounds in Asan. A quiet pace suits the setting.

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Yedang Lake Tourist Area


Plan a lakeside visit around the suspension bridge and surrounding visitor area. Optional attractions can extend an otherwise gentle stop.

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Independence Hall of Korea


Give Korea’s modern history time and attention at this large memorial and museum complex.

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Kkotji Beach


Make a coastal pause on Anmyeondo around Kkotji’s beach and offshore rock views.

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Hwanggeumsan · Elephant Rock Coastal Trek


A pine-covered hill leads to a rocky shore and the elephant-shaped sea arch. Plan it as a coastal hike with slopes and uneven rock, not a flat viewpoint walk; tide and waves can remove access to the shoreline.

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Gyeryongsan


Plan a mountain visit around Daejeon / Gongju, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Gubyeongsan


Plan a mountain visit around Boeun, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Geumsusan


Plan a mountain visit around Jecheon / Danyang, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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대둔산


Plan a mountain visit around Nonsan / Geumsan, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Deoksungsan


Plan a mountain visit around Yesan, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Doraksan


Plan a mountain visit around Danyang, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Minjujisan


Plan a mountain visit around Yeongdong, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Seodaesan


Plan a mountain visit around Geumsan, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Sobaeksan


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Songnisan


Plan a mountain visit around Boeun, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Woraksan


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Cheontaesan


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Chilgapsan


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Taehwasan (Yeongwol)


Plan a mountain visit around Yeongwol / Danyang, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Huiyangsan


Plan a mountain visit around Goesan / Mungyeong, with the named starting point, route reference, travel from Seoul and seasonal guidance below.

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Travel from Seoul

Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop


Open the Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop guide for transport planning.

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Local food

Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop


Open the Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop guide for food planning.

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Where to stay

Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop


Open the Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop guide for stays planning.

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Suggested itinerary

Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop


Open the Bobaljae: an autumn drive at 540 m, without a parking stop guide for itinerary planning.

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