Course Overview
The Pohang Homigot Coastal Drive runs along the easternmost tip of the Korean Peninsula, connecting Guryongpo's Japanese heritage street to Yeongildae Beach via the iconic Homigot Cape. Across roughly 50 km, the route offers open East Sea horizons, rocky outcrops, charming fishing ports, and sandy beaches.
The Hand of Harmony sculpture at Homigot Square is famous for New Year sunrise photos. Guryongpo's Modern History and Culture Street preserves Japanese colonial-era houses, creating a unique atmosphere.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Guryongpo to Homigot (approx. 20 km)
Sample hoe (raw fish) and gwamegi (dried fish) at Guryongpo Port, then drive north along the coast. Stop at the Igari Anchor Observatory and take photos at Homigot's Hand of Harmony.
Section 2: Homigot to Janggigot (approx. 15 km)
Past Homigot toward Janggi-myeon, quiet fishing villages and pebble beaches appear. Janggi Eupseong fortress offers a historical detour.
Section 3: Janggigot to Yeongildae Beach (approx. 15 km)
Return toward Pohang city and finish at the broad sands of Yeongildae Beach, where the offshore pavilion frames beautiful sunsets.
Driving Tips
- For New Year sunrise, arrive the night before to avoid severe congestion at Homigot
- Gwamegi (dried fish) is in season November through February
- Some coastal sections may close on high-wave days
- Jukdo Market near Yeongildae offers affordable raw fish