Gangwon Province to Reopen DMZ Peace and Healing Road from September to November

A Special Healing Journey Awaits in the Gangwon DMZ
This Fall, Experience Peace and Healing Together on the DMZ Peace Road

Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province (Governor Kim Jin-tae) announced on September 17 that it will resume operation of the 'DMZ Peace Road Theme Route' in five border counties from September to November, and will also launch the experiential tourism program '2025 Peace Empathy DMZ Healing Tour' during the same period.

A view of the Gangwon Provincial Government Building. Provided by Gangwon Province.

Walking the DMZ Peace Road Again
The Peace Road, created along the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and the Civilian Control Line, is a leading trekking course where visitors can directly experience ecological, historical, and cultural resources. After being opened on April 18, it was temporarily suspended during the peak summer heat, but will operate again from September through November 30.

This fall’s theme routes consist of a total of six courses: Cheorwon Baekmagoji Course, Hwacheon Baegamsan Bimok Course, Yanggu Dutayeon Bloody Ridge Course, Inje Daegok-ri Outpost to 1052 Hill Course, Goseong Unification Observatory Course, and Goseong Geumgangsan Observatory Course. Each route highlights a unique charm, including the scars of war, the harmony of ecology, the majestic Baekdudaegan mountain range, and spectacular views of Mount Geumgang and the East Sea.

Participants can apply in advance online via the Durunubi website, and each route operates three to five days a week.

Gangwon Province will also hold the '2025 Peace Empathy DMZ Healing Tour' a total of 11 times from September to the end of November, linking the Peace Road with local tourist attractions and festivals.

This program goes beyond simple trekking, offering a variety of healing travel experiences by combining local attractions, local food, and festivals such as the DMZ Vibe Festa.

Participants will also serve as 'ambassadors' to promote the value of the DMZ through social media activities.

Lee Heeyeol, Director of Planning and Coordination at Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, stated, "The 'DMZ Peace Road Theme Route' and 'Peace Empathy DMZ Healing Tour' programs are precious opportunities to experience not only tourism, but also ecology, history, and peace. We will continue to improve the tourism environment of the DMZ Peace Road and focus on developing content to ensure the sustainable use of ecological and cultural tourism resources."

Meanwhile, this program, which allows participants to reflect on the meaning of peace while walking the DMZ amid the autumn atmosphere and to enjoy a healing journey in harmony with the local community, is expected to offer both domestic and international tourists a truly memorable experience.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.