Course Overview
The Daegu Apsan to Palgongsan Night Drive crosses the city from Apsan in the south to Palgongsan in the north. The night view from Apsan Observatory overlooking the entire Daegu basin ranks among the finest in regional Korean cities.
From Apsan through downtown to Palgongsan, enjoy Donghwasa Temple's night lighting and the Palgongsan cable car's northern Daegu views. This dual-mountain course works beautifully in all four seasons.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Apsan Observatory (approx. 5 km)
Climb from Apsan Park to the observatory for a 360-degree nightscape of downtown Daegu.
Section 2: Apsan to Palgongsan Approach (approx. 25 km)
Cross downtown Daegu, passing Dong-Daegu Station and Banwoldang's urban nightscape.
Section 3: Palgongsan to Donghwasa to Cable Car (approx. 15 km)
Follow Palgongsan's loop road through Donghwasa Temple and finish at the cable car viewpoint.
Driving Tips
- Apsan Observatory night parking available until 10 PM
- Check Palgongsan cable car night operation schedule in advance
- Downtown section congested during rush hour (6-7 PM)
- Try gopchang (intestine BBQ) at Anjirang Gopchang Alley before the night drive