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Namhangang River Bicycle Path 남한강자전거길
▶Overview of the Complete Namhangang Bike Path (132km)
▶The Most Popular & Scenic Section of Namhangang Bike Path (16km, 1hr 20mins)
▶Bicycle Rentals along the most Scenic Section of Namhangang Bike Path
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Gyeongui-Jungang Line to the Most Scenic Bike Section from Seoul
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Subway Stations with Bicycle Rentals along the Most Scenic Bike Section
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Bicycle Rentals @Paldang Station & How to get to Namhangang Bike Path
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Bicycle Rental @Ungilsan Station & How to get to Namhangang Bike Path
▶Shorter Cycling Route & Sights (Ungilsan Station Loop Course, 10km, 45mins)
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Paldang Station (Gyeongui-Jungang line, exit 1). About 60 mins from Seoul Station.
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Ungilsan Station (Gyeongui-Jungang line, exit 2). About 65 mins from Seoul Station.
One great way to experience a truly unique, enjoyable and worthy day trip from Seoul is to cycle leisurely along the scenic Namhangang River Bicycle Path (also known as Namhangang Bike Path).
Overview of the Complete Namhangang River Bicycle Path
(132km, Paldang to Tangeumdae)
The complete Namhangang Bike Path stretches 132km from Paldang (Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province), Yangpyeong (Yangpyeong County, Gyeonggi Province) to Tangeumdae (Chungju City, Chungcheongbuk Province).
It crosses a total of 2 cities, 1 county, 2 provinces and running along 3 rivers (Han River, Bukhangang River & Namhangang River).
The Most Popular & Scenic Section of Namhangang River Bicycle Path
(16km, Paldang Station to Sinwon Station, 1hr 20mins)
Of which, the 16km well-paved cycling path built on the abandoned Jungang Line railroad between Paldang Station (Namyangju City) and Sinwon Station (Yangpyeong County) is the most popular and one of the most beautiful bicycle paths in Korea.
The bike course runs along riversides, through tunnels, tree tunnels, abandoned train station, railway bridge and popular tourist attractions. The bike path is well-maintained and suitable for bicycle riders of all ages as it is relatively flat.
Bicycle Rentals along the most Scenic Section of Namhangang Bike Path
Gyeongui-Jungang Line ✦ Paldang Station ✦ Ungilsan Station
Gyeongui-Jungang Line to the Most Scenic Bike Section from Seoul
The most scenic section of Namhangang Bike Path is easily accessible on Gyeongui-Jungang Line from Seoul.
Order of subway stations of the scenic bike section from Seoul🚉↝
➀ Paldang Station 팔당역 🚲⇢
➁ Ungilsan Station 운길산역 🚲⇢
➂ Yangsu Station 양수역 (for Dumulmeori & Semiwon Garden) ⇢
➃ Sinwon Station 신원역 ↝🚉
Subway Stations with Bicycle Rentals along the Most Scenic Bike Section
Along the most scenic section of Namhangang River Bicycle Path, there are 2 subway stations on Seoul's Gyeongui-Jungang Line with bicycle rental services, namely:
💡There used to be bicycle rental shops across the road from Yangsu Station (exit 1) but they are no longer operating.
💡You can use either Navermap or Kakao Map for the bicycle route to your preferred destination.
Bicycle Rentals @Paldang Station
There are several bicycle rental shops along the main road, Paldang-ro when you exit from Paldang Station (exit 1), explaining the popularity of this train station for bicycle rentals to go on Namhangang River Bicycle Path.
Of which, Bike Total and Coca Bikeworks are the 2 bigger and popular bicycle rental shops with comparable pricing and friendly services, but different bicycle return points.
Bike Total 바이크토탈
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경기 남양주시 와부읍 팔당로 127 | 127 Paldang-ro, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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9:00 - 20:00
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Regular bicycle ₩5,000 (1 hr), ₩9,000 (2 hrs), ₩13,000 (1 day)
Other bike categories: regular luxury bikes, advance MTB, electric bikes, 2-person bikes, etc
Optional add-ons: child saddle, infant trailer, etc.
Other bike return location: Sinwon Station
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4 mins walk left of main road, Paldang-ro after exiting from Paldang Station (exit 1)
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Bike Total is probably the largest bike rental shop in Paldang and most popular with the locals. You can rent a good variety of bicycles including electric, MTB (Mountain Bike) and 2-person bikes (regular/electric).
💡The man whom manned the store can speak English well.
💡Rental process is fuss-free with bicycle height adjusted for you. Basic instructions are also given if you are renting an electric bike, how to get to the bike path and bike routes. 1 bottle of drinking water is provided per person too.
💡At Bike Total's store, you can see a very good map provided by Bike Total on the most popular and recommended bicycle courses (including distance to popular attractions) from Paldang, suitable for day trippers.
Pricing for reference only & subject to change
Bike Total has an unmanned bicycle return branch at Sinwon Station where you can conveniently drop off your bicycle without the need to ride back to Paldang.
💡The bike drop off and collection service at Sinwon Station is free of charge for day rentals or ₩2,000 per person for hourly rentals. The return is at the green tent up the slope just after Sinwon Station. Do request for a lock if you are returning your bicycle here.
Coca Bikeworks 코카바이크웍스
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경기 남양주시 와부읍 팔당로 101 | 101 Paldang-ro, Wabu-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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9:00 - 20:00
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Regular bicycle ₩5,000 (1 hr), ₩9,000 (2 hrs), ₩13,000 (1 day)
Other bike categories: premium, tandem (2-person bike) & electric bikes
Optional add-ons: child saddle, infant trailer, etc.
Other bike return locations: Ungilsan Station, Yangsu Station & Sinwon Station
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2 mins walk right of main road, Paldang-ro after exiting from Paldang Station (exit 1)
Coca Bikeworks is the closest bicycle rental shop from Paldang Station (exit 1). You can see the bright neon-blue storefront of Coca Bikeworks on your right along Paldang-ro when you stepped out of the station.
At Coca Bikeworks, the bicycle rental pricing sheet is more tourist-friendly with the inclusion of English. Also, you can return your bike conveniently at Ungilsan Station, Yangsu Station or Sinwon Station.
💡For bike return at the designated train stations, park your bike on the bike rack outside the train station and lock it together with your helmet. After which, take a photo (of the bike) and send it to the mobile number provided by Coca Bikeworks. The bike pickup service is free for those on 1 day rental.
Pricing for reference only & subject to change
How to get from Paldang Station (/Bike Rental Shops) to Namhangang River Bicycle Path
To get to Namhangang River Bicycle Path from Bike Total/Coca Bikeworks/Paldang Station, go left along the main road, Paldang-ro and cross the road to enter the pedestrian tunnel (about 210m from Bike Total, 430m from Coca Bikeworks, less than 1 min ride). You will arrive at Namhangang Bike Path when you exit from the tunnel.
Bicycle Rental @Ungilsan Station
There is only 1 bicycle rental shop, short walk from Ungilsan Sation (exit 2).
Ungilsan Station is nearer to Yangsu Station, allowing you to ride across the famous Bukhangang Railroad Bridge and onwards to Dumulmeori/Sinwon Station easily. Popular bicycle route from Ungilsan Station includes the short ride northeast to Namyangju Water Garden (park) with a big cluster of strawberry farms nearby.
Ungilsan Bicycle Rental 운길산자전거대여
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경기 남양주시 조안면 운길산로17번길 4 | 4, Ungilsan-ro 17beongil, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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9:00 - 19:00 (closed when raining)
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Regular bicycle ₩5,000 (1 hr), ₩10,000 (2 hrs), ₩15,000 (1 day)
Other bike categories: luxury bikes, electric bikes, 2-person bikes, etc
Optional add-ons: child saddle, infant trailer, etc.
Other bike return location: N.A.
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1 min walk on the small lane straight ahead of Ungilsan Station (exit 2)
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Ungilsan Bicycle Rental is the only bicycle rental shop at Ungilsan Station with slightly higher rental prices compared to the bicycle rental shops at Paldang Station. Nonetheless, it is a great option for those who wish to do minimal cycling and yet enjoy the beautiful attractions nearby on an easy round trip back to Ungilsan Bicycle Rental shop.
Pricing for reference only & subject to change
How to get from Ungilsan Station (/Bike Rental Shop) to Namhangang River Bicycle Path
To get to Namhangang River Bicycle Path from Ungilsan Bicycle Rental/Ungilsan Station, travel along Ungilsan-ro (in front of station) till end of road to Bukhangang-ro T-junction (about 1 minute ride from Ungilsan Station towards the water direction).
At Bukhangang-ro T-junction, you will see the red bike path across the road, right next below the railway bridge after the pedestrian crossing leading to Yangsu Station, Nungnae Station or Paldang Station. For Namyangju Water Garden, turn left to Bukhangang-ro to enter the red bike path on the right side of Bukhangang-ro in about 100m ahead.
Recommended Cycling Route & Sights
(Paldang Station - Dumulmeori - Yangsu Station - Sinwon Station, 19km, 1hr 30mins)
Recommended Bike Course (Paldang Station - Dumulmeori - Sinwon Station, 19km, 1hr 30mins)
Paldang Station ⇢ Paldang Dam ⇢ Bong-an Tunnel ⇢ Bonjour Paldang (coffee stop) ⇢ Nungnae Station (meal stop) ⇢ Dolminari House (meal stop) ⇢ Bukhangang Railroad Bridge ⇢ Dumulmeori (famous Korean corn dog stop) ⇢ *Strawberry Farms (Dumulmeori Area) ⇢ Yangsu Station ⇢ Yongdam Tunnel ⇢ Buyong 4 Tunnel ⇢ Buyong 3 Tunnel ⇢ Buyong 2 Tunnel ⇢ Buyong 1 Tunnel ⇢ Sinwon Station
*Strawberry picking is only available from December to May.
Sights along the Recommended Bike Course
From Paldang Station (Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province), you will cycle along the well-known Han River (which flows through Seoul), pass the majestic Paldang Dam (575m embankment length, 29m high), through Bong-an Tunnel (260m long) to arrive at the scenic rest stop with Bonjour Paldang (large cafe), photo zone, panoramic view of Paldang Dam and rest rooms.
After Bonjour Paldang, you will ride past picturesque villages of Namyangju, visit the historic abandoned Nungnae Station with its well-preserved waiting room and railroad tracks. Next, you will ride through the peaceful nature of tree tunnels.
This section is particularly famous for its cherry blossoms in spring with cherry blossoms lining gorgeously on both sides of the cycling route.
After Nungnae Station, you can have a lunch stop at the popular Dolminari House before crossing Bukhangang River on the iconic and majestic Bukhangang Railroad Bridge. The railway bridge is a great photo stop where you can also enjoy scenic river view and perhaps catch a passing train running parallel to the bridge. There are restrooms at the end of the bridge too.
Once past Bukhangang Railroad Bridge, you will arrive at Yangpyeong County (Gyeonggi Province) where you can visit the famous Dumulmeori (meeting point of Bukhangang River & Namhangang River) and eat the popular Dumulmeori Yeon Hotdog.
On the left of Dumulmeori Yeon Hotdog is the popular Dumulmeori Lotus Leaf Ice Cream store and on the right is a fresh fruit juice/drink food truck with open seating area. Also, there are several cafes with water view at Dumulmeori.
After which, you can visit the nearby strawberry farms for strawberry picking, strawberry jam making and other strawberry experiences.
💡About 160m after crossing Bukhangang Railroad Bridge, take the small fork bike path on your right to exit to Bukhangang-ro, leading to Yangsuri Traditional Market and onwards to Dumulmeori. The pedestrian walkway along Bukhangang-ro till the market section is a bit narrow to cycle with human traffic. Alternatively, you can cycle till Yangsu Station to ride on the wider/smoother pedestrian walkway but longer route to Dumulmeori.
If you are returning your bike at Sinwon Station, the bike path will continue on the scenic Namhangang River, passing through a series of 5 interesting tunnels with the first tunnel, Yongdam Art Tunnel (441m long) being the longest and Buyong 3 Tunnel with a nice curve.
💡If you still have the energy, you can continue on the bike path after Sinwon Station where it will shortly travel inland towards Guksu Station and Asin Station before returning towards Namhangang River to its final destination in Yangpyeong, i.e. Yangpyeong Station. (Sinwon Station ⇢ Yangpyeong Station, 14km, 60 mins).
💡Alternatively, for a shorter bike course, you can travel from Paldang Station, Dumulmeori and return your bike at Yangsu Station (15km, 1hr), subject to your bike rental shop return policy.
💡All estimate bike travel times are based on non-stop riding. As such, please buffer enough time for breaks, photo-taking, attractions along the way and bicycle return.
Shorter Cycling Route & Sights from Ungilsan Station
(Ungilsan Station - Water Garden - Strawberry Farm - Dumulmeori - Ungilsan Station, 10km, 45mins)
Shorter Bike Course (Ungilsan Station Loop, 10km, 45mins)
Ungilsan Station ⇢ Namjangju Water Garden ⇢ *Strawberry Farm (Namjangju Area) ⇢ Bukhangang Railroad Bridge ⇢ Dumulmeori ⇢ Ungilsan Station
* Strawberry picking is only available from December to May.
Sights along Ungilsan Station Loop Course
If you are starting your cycling journey from Ungilsan Station (Namyangju City) it maybe worthwhile to visit the nearby Namyangju Water Garden and a big cluster of more than 12 strawberry farms by Bukhangang River. On top, Namyangju City is famous for its freshwater charcoal-grilled eels and you can find many eel restaurants round Ungilsan Station too.
Namyangju Water Garden 남양주시 물의정원
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경기 남양주시 조안면 북한강로 398 | 398 Bukhangang-ro, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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24 hrs
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free admission
Namyangju Water Garden is a waterside park created in 2012 as part of Han River Restoration Project located 3 mins ride (/10 mins walk) from Ungilsan Station.
The Water Garden is particularly popular for its cherry blossoms in spring (early April), vast wild flower field of red poppies in summer (June) and yellow cosmos in autumn (October).
You can spot the glorious cherry blossoms in spring particularly along the main road (Bukhangang-ro) near the park's entrance, after Baetnaduri Bridge and along Bukhangang River Bicycle Path towards the strawberry farms (e.g. Osam Strawberry Experience Farm).
You can also see the iconic Baetnaduri Bridge 배나드리교, 'falling tree' and frame photo zone in the garden.
Hansarang Strawberry Experience Farm 한사랑딸기체험농장
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경기 남양주시 조안면 송촌리 356-1 | 356-1 Songchon-ri, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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10:00 - 16:00
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Strawberry Picking Experience
₩18,000
500g of strawberries
Strawberry Jam Making Experience
₩20,000
250g, 2 bottles
Strawberry Ice Cream Making Experience
₩15,000
Fresh Strawberry Juice
₩6,000
Strawberry Sales
1kg, price varies
prices based on per person & subject to change.
Near to Namyangju Water Garden is a good cluster of strawberry farms (3-5 mins ride) where you can enjoy strawberry picking and strawberry jam making (December to May only).
Hansarang Strawberry Experience Farm is one of the popular strawberry farms near Water Garden.
Osam (53FARM) Strawberry Experience Farm 오삼~팜 딸기체험농장
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경기 남양주시 조안면 송촌리 317 | 317 Songchon-ri, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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10:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Fri), 9:30 - 16:30 (Sat-Sun, 12:30 - 13:00 breaktime)
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Strawberry Picking Experience
₩18,000 / ₩15,000 (under age 7) / free (under 12 months old)
Strawberry Jam Making Experience
₩20,000
Strawberry Ice Cream Making Experience
₩15,000
Strawberry Shake
₩6,000
prices based on per person & subject to change.
Osam Strawberry Experience Farm is another popular strawberry experience farm near Namyangju Water Garden. As the strawberry farm is conveniently located right next to Bukhangang River Bicycle Path, it is also popular rest stop for cyclists for a quick snack on their strawberry shake and strawberry jam toast.
Ungilsan Kongmaeul Eel 운길산 콩마을장어
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경기 남양주시 조안면 운길산로 25 | 25 Ungilsan-ro, Joan-myeon, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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11:00 - 21:00
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Of the many grilled eel restaurants around Ungilsan Station, Ungilsan Kongmaeul Eel is one of the more popular ones. The restaurant is located 1 min walk (80m) along Ungilsan-ro main road on the right of Ungisan Station (exit 2).
There is a minimum order of 2 large charcoal grilled eels (domestic) with self-service salad bar (i.e. lettuce, water parsley, garlic, green chilli, ginger, dipping sauce). Other menu items include seasoned pork ribs, Korean soybean paste stew, tofu stew, braised tofu, tofu kimchi, soup, pancakes (water parsley, tofu), acorn jelly, noodles, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Explore Further on Bukhangang River Bicycle Path 북한강자전거길
For the more adventurous, you can cycle along the beautiful Bukhangang River from Namyangju Water Garden and strawberry farms onwards to Daeseong-ri Station 대성리역 (Gyeongchun Line, 1hr 7mins, 17km) and Starbucks Riverside Daeseong-ri DT Branch 스타벅스 리버사이드대성리DT점 (1hr 14mins, 18km) with scenic river and mountain view. Also, you can turn back to Namyangju Water Garden anytime during the ride.
This section of bicycle course along Bukhangang River is referred as Bukhangang River Bicycle Path. Built on the abandoned Gyeongchun Line railway, the full bike course is 70.4km (4hrs 40mins) starting from National Bicycle Path Certification Center - Bright Square 밝은광장인증센터 (Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province) to National Bicycle Path Certification - Sinmae Bridge 신매대교인증센터 (Chuncheon City, Gangwon Province).
💡Bukhangang River Bicycle Path and Namhangang River Bicycle Path running along different rivers and directions are connected/linked near Bukhangang Railroad Bridge.
How to get from Paldang Station/Yangsu Station to Namyangju Water Garden & Strawberry Farms
If you are travelling on Namhangang River Bicycle Path from Paldang Station/Yangsu Station, look out for a bike fork path at the start (from Paldang Station)/end (from Yangsu Station) of Bukhangang Railroad Bridge.
Follow the direction sign Chuncheon Sinmae Bridge 춘천 신매대교 that leads to the Namyangju Water Garden and onwards to nearby strawberry farms.
Fork road to Water Garden at start/end of railroad bridge
Continue in the direction of Chuncheon Sinmae Bridge
Before roundabout & direction signs
At roundabout, continue towards Chuncheon Sinmae Bridge direction
After roundabout, towards Namyangju Water Garden
Towards Namyangju Water Garden along Bukhangang-ro
Arriving at Namyangju Water Garden
Map of Namhangang Bike Path (Paldang Station – Sinwon Station Section)
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