Walking the 'Imjingang Riverside Ecological Trail' Again... Applications Open from May 1

[Asia Economy (Suwon) = Reporter Lee Young-gyu] The Gyeonggi Tourism Organization will resume the operation of the Imjingang Riverside Ecological Trail in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, starting May 1.

The reopening of the Imjingang Riverside Ecological Trail comes about four months after its closure in December last year due to the outbreak of African Swine Fever and the spread of COVID-19.

The Imjingang Riverside Trail, formerly used as a military patrol route, is a 9km trail that runs along Paju Imjingak to Yulgok Wetland Park.

Since it was opened to the public in 2016, it has become a popular destination attracting more than 10,000 visitors annually.

However, access to the Imjingang Riverside Trail requires prior application to control civilian entry into restricted areas, and starting May 1, applications will be accepted for 50 people once a day.

Those wishing to participate can apply through the Ecological Trail website or the All That Stamp app (APP).

Participation is open to upper elementary school students (grades 4-6) through adults. Participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a guardian. The program will only operate if at least five people apply per group.

A representative from the Gyeonggi Tourism Organization said, "The Paju Imjingang Riverside Ecological Trail offers breathtaking views along Chopyeongdo, a migratory bird habitat, and the Imjingang River," adding, "We hope families will take the opportunity to walk and enjoy nature together during the fresh greenery season in May."

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