Gyeongbuk & Daegu Drive

Mungyeong Saejae Mountain Pass Drive

Drive along the historic Mungyeong Saejae mountain pass, once the gateway between Seoul and the Yeongnam region during the Joseon Dynasty.

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Course Overview

This approximately 22 km drive follows the approach road to Mungyeong Saejae Provincial Park, the historic mountain pass that connected Seoul and the Yeongnam region during the Joseon Dynasty. Majestic mountains rise on both sides of the road.

While vehicles cannot enter the pass itself, the approach road and surrounding routes form the core driving experience. The Open Set filming location recreates a Joseon-era village, and Mungyeong omija (schisandra berry) beverages are a local specialty.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Mungyeong Town to Provincial Park (approx. 10 km)

Drive north on Saejaero as mountains draw closer on both sides, with valley sounds adding atmosphere.

Section 2: Open Set to Old Road Museum (approx. 5 km)

Explore the reconstructed Joseon village film set and the Old Road Museum.

Section 3: Ceramics Hall to Eco Maze Park (approx. 7 km)

Facilities for experiencing Mungyeong ceramics and omija products.

Driving Tips

  • Provincial park admission is free; parking costs 2,000 won
  • Open Set admission: 2,000 won for adults
  • Mungyeong Omija Festival runs September-October annually
  • Trekking to the first gate takes about 2 hours round trip

Course Info

Distance

--km

Duration

50 min

Difficulty

Moderate

Region

Gyeongbuk Mungyeong

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Mungyeong Saejae Provincial ParkViewpoint

Historic gateway pass between Seoul and Yeongnam, Korea's only all-dirt-path park

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Mungyeong Saejae Open SetViewpoint

Joseon-era village reconstruction used as a historical drama filming location

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