Goheung County Leads Eco-Friendly Tourism with 'Blue Marine Bicycle Trip'

Photo Zone Sculpture at Geogeum Rest Area Becomes a New Tourism Landmark

On the 26th, 400 Riders to Cycle 40km Around Geogeumdo

Goheung County (Governor Gong Youngmin) announced that it has created a "Blue Marine Bicycle Trip" photo zone sculpture at Geogeum Rest Area to promote sustainable and eco-friendly bicycle tourism and branding.

The newly installed photo zone offers a space for bicycle travelers and tourists visiting Goheung to take commemorative photos, and is attracting attention as a new tourist attraction due to its blend with the beautiful coastal scenery.

By reflecting the symbolism of bicycles and an eco-friendly image, it is expected to further enhance the brand value of the Blue Marine Bicycle Trip.

Goheung County created a 'Blue Marine Bicycle Travel' photo zone sculpture at Geogeum Rest Area to promote and brand eco-friendly bicycle travel. Photo by Goheung County

Through the creation of this photo zone, Goheung County plans to add attractions and experiential elements to its bicycle travel courses, expand stay-type tourism by linking with local specialty products as well as lodging and food and beverage businesses, and establish a sustainable tourism model.

Meanwhile, the '2026 Goheung Blue Marine Bicycle Trip' is being operated as a travel product for the second consecutive year, and will take place on April 26 in the Geogeumdo area. About 400 riders from across the country are expected to participate, starting from the Kim Il Memorial Gymnasium and completing a 40-kilometer circuit along the Geogeumdo coastal road.

Notably, this year's event has been moved to the spring season, unlike last year, so that participants can enjoy Goheung's springtime natural scenery during the ride. Another feature is the expansion of tourism infrastructure, such as the creation of the Geogeum Rest Area photo zone.

In addition, the participation fee will be fully returned in the form of Goheung Love Gift Certificates to reinforce a virtuous cycle for the local economy. The event will also expand programs such as a drone show, a stamp rally, and local specialty product experience programs to enhance participant satisfaction.

On the day of the event, the opening ceremony will be followed by bicycle riding, a stamp rally, and local specialty product tasting programs such as yuzu ramen. The day before, participants will be able to enjoy unique experiences through free travel, including a drone show at Nokdong Port.

An official from the county tourism policy office stated, "Goheung Blue Marine Bicycle Trip is being developed as a representative brand for sustainable and eco-friendly tourism," adding, "We will continue to expand differentiated tourism content utilizing Goheung's unique nature and resources."

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