[One Day Walk] Green Walking Spaces Filled at Singeumho Station

Editor's NoteThe subway is a transportation method that anyone can easily access and travel safely, and it is also an important point for daily walking. We introduce walkable places around subway stations.

Geumho-dong in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, is one of the neighborhoods where large apartment complexes have been built, and old shops and old houses that have aged over time have almost disappeared. Although there are still familiar and comfortable alleys here and there, Geumho-dong has quietly transformed into a new residential area surrounded by green walking spaces. The subway walking course introduced this time, Sin Geumho Station on Line 5, captures the view of the Han River, bridges, and soaring skyscrapers from the summit of Geumho Mountain, where the Seoul Namsan Trail passes. Those who remember the old days of Geumho-dong can recall memories while walking this course.

The first place to visit is Eungbong Park. Exit 2 of Sin Geumho Station on Line 5, turn around, and walk about 50 meters. Eungbong Park is a space above a water reservoir where sports facilities such as a playground and convenience facilities have been installed. It features landscaping, a grass plaza, tennis courts, gateball, badminton courts, and a urethane walking trail, making it a beloved place for residents' recreational sports.

Next is Geumho Mountain. Geumho Mountain is a low mountain on the urban walking trail from Seoul Forest to Namsan. It is a small mountain with an elevation of only 130 meters. The walking difficulty is low, and in spring, the entire mountain is covered with blooming forsythia, turning it yellow.

Walking about 280 meters from Eungbong Neighborhood Park through the Geumho Tunnel leads to Maebong Mountain Park. Located between Geumho-dong and Hannam-dong, this place is the gateway to the Namsan Trail. Climbing along the foothills, you will find an octagonal pavilion, which is one of Seoul City's top 10 scenic spots and a night view point. The Han River, Gangnam, and Gangdong areas come into view impressively.

When descending from the mountain, it is convenient to follow the Seoul Forest Namsan Trail signs and go down directly to Beotigogae. The course ends at Exit 3 of Beotigogae Station on Line 6.

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