Course Overview
This approximately 30 km drive centers on the UNESCO World Heritage Hahoe Village, extending to Byeongsanseowon Confucian Academy, Buyongdae Cliff, and Woryeonggyo Bridge. The Nakdong River wraps around Hahoe Village in an S-curve, best viewed from atop the 64 m Buyongdae Cliff.
Spring brings fresh green to the Mansongjeong pine grove, while autumn foliage viewed from Byeongsanseowon's Mandaeru Pavilion is breathtaking. Traditional Andong cuisine including jjimdak (braised chicken), heotjesabap (ritual food), and salted mackerel is a must.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Andong City to Hahoe Village (approx. 15 km)
Route 34 toward Pungcheon opens up to wide fields and the Nakdong River. A shuttle bus takes visitors from the parking lot into the village.
Section 2: Hahoe Village to Buyongdae (approx. 5 km)
Climb the hillside trail beside Hwacheonseowon to reach Buyongdae Cliff, offering a panoramic view of the entire village and the river's curve.
Section 3: Buyongdae to Byeongsanseowon (approx. 10 km)
Drive to this masterpiece of Joseon-era academy architecture, where Byeongsan Mountain and the Nakdong River appear as a living landscape painting through Mandaeru Pavilion's open frame.
Driving Tips
- Vehicles cannot enter Hahoe Village; use the shuttle bus from the parking lot (approx. 10 min)
- Wear comfortable shoes for the climb to Buyongdae
- Visit during the Andong International Mask Dance Festival (Sept-Oct) to see the Hahoe Byeolsingut mask performance
- Woryeonggyo Bridge night views are most beautiful about 30 minutes after sunset