Seoul Dulle-gil 2.0: Revamped Trails for Convenient & Safe Exploration

Seoul Dulle-gil 2.0: New Courses for Convenient and Safe Completion

Seoul Dulle-gil, a 156km walking trail that connects the outskirts of Seoul, has undergone a complete revamp. The trail, which was previously composed of 8 courses, has now been divided into 21 courses, making it more accessible to people of various skill levels.

Enhanced Accessibility and Safety

Seoul City plans to prioritize safety while ensuring that anyone can easily complete the trail. Course revamps and facility improvements will take place starting this month, with the operation of “Seoul Dulle-gil 2.0” scheduled to begin in April.

The average length of each course has been shortened from 20km to 8km, significantly reducing the average completion time from 8 hours to 3 hours. This allows individuals to choose shorter courses based on their abilities, enabling them to take on the challenge without feeling overwhelmed.

Inclusion of Nature and Cultural Significance

The revamped trail will feature “Sky Forest Paths” and “Observation Decks” throughout, providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding forests and take ample rest breaks.

At the starting points of the 21 courses, informative signboards showcasing the unique characteristics of each area will be installed. These signboards will provide essential information in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese, catering to both domestic and international tourists.

Explorers of the trail will encounter distinctive landmarks called “Forest Recreation Facilities,” including sky shelters, observation decks, and unmanned rest areas. These facilities are designed to enhance the overall experience and meet the demands of domestic and international tourists.

Improved Guidance and Information

Seoul City will introduce an integrated guidance system that allows easy access to desired courses from any of the 43 subway stations and 20 bus stops connected to Seoul Dulle-gil. Additionally, a “Seoul Dulle-gil Road View” service will be provided on major portal sites, allowing virtual exploration of the trail.

To ensure the safety of trail users, intelligent CCTV cameras will be installed at major hiking trail entrances, and the number of emergency bells connected directly to monitoring centers will be increased.

Promoting Exploration and Awareness

Seoul City aims to activate the use of the trail by both citizens and tourists. To achieve this, the Seoul Dulle-gil website and guidebook will be revamped to provide detailed information about the trail, nearby recreational facilities, and themed courses. The guidebook will also include a “Stamp Book” feature, allowing individuals to collect all 28 stamps from the 21 courses and receive a “Seoul Dulle-gil Completion Certificate” and commemorative badge, providing a sense of achievement.

Furthermore, the city is developing a system that offers bonus points for completing Seoul Dulle-gil through integration with the citizen health management app, “Wrist Doctor 9988”.

Promoting Seoul’s Hidden Charms

Lee Soo-yeon, the head of Seoul City’s Green City Division, expressed hopes that the revamp of Seoul Dulle-gil 2.0 will serve as an opportunity for both Seoul citizens and domestic and international tourists to discover the hidden charms of every corner of Seoul. The goal is for Seoul Dulle-gil to become a luxury trekking course sought after by people from around the world, and continuous improvements to the courses and facilities are planned.

Seoul City aims to provide easy access and enjoyable outdoor experiences for people of diverse backgrounds through the comprehensive redevelopment of Seoul Dulle-gil, while also promoting citizen health and activating the tourism industry.