Gyeongbuk & Daegu Drive

Yeongdeok Blue Road Coastal Drive

Drive the Blue Road along Yeongdeok's coast from Ganggu Port to Chuksan Port, enjoying East Sea scenery and the region's famous snow crab.

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Course Overview

This approximately 35 km coastal drive runs from Ganggu Port to Chuksan Port along Yeongdeok's shoreline, known as the homeland of snow crab. The route parallels the Haeparang-gil and Blue Road walking trails.

Start with fresh snow crab at Ganggu Port's crab street, visit traditional hanok houses at Goesi Village, and pass the wind turbine farms near Chuksan Port.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Ganggu Port to Goesi Village (approx. 12 km)

Begin at the snow crab street and drive north along the coast to Goesi Village, birthplace of the scholar Mogeun Yi Saek.

Section 2: Goesi Village to Gyeongjeong Beach (approx. 12 km)

Quiet coastal roads passing small beaches and fishing villages.

Section 3: Gyeongjeong to Chuksan Port (approx. 11 km)

Drive past wind turbines lining the coast to finish at Chuksan Port.

Driving Tips

  • Snow crab season is November through March; Ganggu Port's crab street is the main destination
  • Combining with the Blue Road walking trail enriches the experience
  • Goraebuul Beach is recommended for summer swimming
  • Watch for winter East Sea waves

Course Info

Distance

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Duration

1 hr 5 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Gyeongbuk Yeongdeok

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🏖️ Summer (Jun–Aug)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb)

Nearby Attractions3 attractions

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Ganggu Port Snow Crab StreetRestaurant

The hometown of Yeongdeok snow crab with seasonal dining options

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Goesi VillageViewpoint

Traditional hanok village, birthplace of the scholar Mogeun Yi Saek

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Chuksan PortViewpoint

Coastal fishing port lined with wind turbines

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