Mountain climbing became an important axis of K-travel

If you look at the social media trends of foreigners visiting Korea, you can often see them hiking.
In Korea, more than 60% of the country is made up of mountains, and there are four distinct seasons, so visiting mountains is also a great K-travel content to find peace of mind and body and gain a sense of accomplishment.
Today, I would like to introduce K-trenz to a good hiking course in Seoul.

Bukhan Mountain

Baekwoondae (836.5m) in Bukhansan Mountain is the highest peak in Seoul and offers panoramic views of the capital city at a glance. Here's a round-up of your most sought-after core courses, difficulties, and essential supplies.

1. Baekwoondae Shortest Course (departing from Doseon Temple)

It is the most popular course for beginners and hikers because it is the fastest and easiest to climb on Baegundae.

Course: Exit 2 of Bukhansan Wui Station → Baekwoondae Exploration Support Center (Doseun Temple) → Insuam → Baekwoondae Shelter → Baekwoon bongam Gate → Baekwoondae peak

Time: Around 2 1/2 hours to 3 hours round trip: About 2km one way (4km round trip)

Transportation and parking: Get off at Bukhansan Wui Station on the light rail Uisinseol Line and take a taxi to the pilot square. (You can use the pilot parking lot when using your own car)

2. Baekwoondae Tour Course (departing from Bukhansanseong Entrance) It is a course where you can enjoy the open nature and historical fortress roads.

Course: Bukhansanseong Exploration Support Center → Saemaeul Bridge → Borisa → Daedongsa → Baekwoon Bongam Gate → Baekwoondae Peak Soyo

Time: About 4 to 5 hours round trip: About 3.4 km one-way (about 6.8 km round trip)

Traffic and parking: Get off at Bukhansanseong Entrance after boarding bus 704 at Gupabal Station on Line 3 (use Bukhansanseong 1st parking lot when using your own car)

3. Difficulty and Highlights for each course: Steep uphill, stairs, and dense forest roads lead to constant physical consumption.
   After Baekwoon Bongam Gate (caution section): the 200-300m section just before the peak consists of rocks and cliffs.
   Be especially careful when you have acrophobia or when it rains/snows because you have to hold the installed steel cables and handrails.

Peak Scenery: At the peak of the Taegeukgi, an overwhelming view awaits of Insubong Peak, Dobongsan Mountain, and downtown Seoul, and it is also famous for its sunrise spots.

4. Mandatory Preparation Climbing: Mounting shoes with good grip are essential to avoid slipping on steep rock sections at the top.

Gloves: Since you have to go up and down by holding on to the iron rope in the rock section, it is recommended to bring non-slip coated work gloves or hiking gloves.

Water and Snacks: Prepare behavioral meals such as chocolate to replenish water and stamina for rehydration while hiking.