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Namdang Port (남당항)

15.5Km    2024-06-05

Namdang-ri, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-630-1224

Namdang Port is a representative port on the West Coast. Known for having plenty of prawn, cockle, flat fish, rock fish and other types of seafood, the port draws visitors all year round. Cockles in particular are a local delicacy, usually enjoyed as cockle shabu shabu or charcoal-grilled cockle. A nearby attraction to visit is the bamboo grove of Jukdo Island

Hongseong Namdang Port Saejogae Festival (홍성남당항 새조개축제)

Hongseong Namdang Port Saejogae Festival (홍성남당항 새조개축제)

15.6Km    2025-02-06

1-1 Namdanghang-ro 213beon-gil, Seobu-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5433-8196

Hongseong Namdang Port Saejogae Festival celebrates the saejogae (egg cockle) that is harvested around Namdang Port and Cheonsuman Bay between December and April of every year. The plump saejogae are famous for their chewy texture and nutritional value, full of protein, iron, and other essential minerals.

Hongseong Namdang Port Sea Trout Festival (홍성남당항 바다송어 전국 요리대회 및 수산물 소비촉진 행사)

Hongseong Namdang Port Sea Trout Festival (홍성남당항 바다송어 전국 요리대회 및 수산물 소비촉진 행사)

15.6Km    2025-03-31

1-1 Namdanghang-ro 213beon-gil, Seobu-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-634-0104

Hongseong Namdang Port Sea Trout Festival celebrates the local spring-time catch of sea trout, a healthy food with a tasty flavor and chewy texture. During the festival, enjoy a range of activities including performances and catching barehanded fishing.

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

Sambong Beach (삼봉해수욕장)

15.6Km    2022-07-29

Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Sambong Beach is located to the south of the bridge that connects Nammyeon and Anmyeon-eup. The beach stretches 3.8 kilometers and has a x_width of 300 meters. The beach gently slopes down at a 6° angle and has an average water depth of 1.5 meters with a temperature of 22° C. The three Sambong Rocks, the Haedanghwa flower (plena) and the rich pine forests are just a few of the beautiful and magnificent features of this beach. Also, the beach attracts many visitors during summer because it has convenient transportation making it easily accessible.

Hongseong Namdang Port Jumbo Shrimp Festival (홍성남당항 대하축제)

Hongseong Namdang Port Jumbo Shrimp Festival (홍성남당항 대하축제)

15.7Km    2024-08-12

213-1 Namdanghang-ro, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-10-5433-8196

Namdang Port, located at the west end of Hongseong, is a famous west coast port known for its exceptional seafood. Surrounded by the clean waters of Cheonsuman Bay, Namdang Port is home to a wide array of sea life including blue crab, cockle and webfoot octopus. Namdang Port also draws throngs of visitors from early September to mid-October every year for the country’s largest Jumbo Shrimp Festival.

Baeksajang Beach (백사장해수욕장)

Baeksajang Beach (백사장해수욕장)

16.4Km    2021-07-01

Changgi-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Baeksajang Beach is located near Baeksajangpogu Port which is just 4 kilometers southwest of Anmyeon-do Yeonyukgyo Bridge, the bridge connecting the mainland to the island. The beach has a long stretch of shimmering white sand and the ebbing tide creates a different view of the horizon. Though the water level has a large tidal range, the beach's moderate water temperature makes it suitable to swim even in late summer. The beach is 1.2 kilometers long and 300 meters wide, and is made up of fine silica sand.

Baeksajang Beach and the nearby Sambong Beach is one of the major sources of jumbo shrimp. During autumn, crowds come to enjoy the taste of fresh jumbo shrimp. The beach even holds a prawn festival every fall when jumbo shrimp production peaks.

Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge (꽃게다리)

17.3Km    2024-02-22

Changgi-ri, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Inspired by the blue crab, the Kkotgedari Ocean Bridge links Taean's Deureuni Port with Anmyeondo Island's Baeksajang Port. The bridge is decorated with sculptures of blue crab and shrimp,highlighting the region's most significant seafood. It provides spectacular views of the Yellow Sea and sunsets. At night, the bridge is lit up with stunning lights. Nearby, a market offers the opportunity to browse, buy, and taste seafood freshly caught from the Yellow Sea.

Daecheon Port (대천항)

18.0Km    2024-02-21

2245 Sinheuk-dong, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Daecheon Port serves as a pivotal point for maritime transportation and a base for fishing in Boryeong. At the fish market, visitors can explore and purchase various seafood caught in the Hwanghae Sea, including fish, blue crabs, and shrimp. The early morning auctions are also a sight to behold. The coastal passenger terminal operates ferries to islands near Boryeong, such as Sapsido Island.

Ziptrek Korea (짚트랙 코리아)

Ziptrek Korea (짚트랙 코리아)

18.3Km    2024-04-01

79 Haesuyokjang 10-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

At Ziptrek Korea, visitors can enjoy a refreshing ziptrek activity at Daecheon Beach. Ziptrek Korea's ziptrek course departs from the x_height of a 19-story building and takes riders over the sea water, offering an open view of the West Sea. Visitors must purchase a ticket at the ticket office on the first floor and wear safety gear. Then, they can go up to the deck after wearing a safety helmet and seat belt. Afterwards, brief training and safety precautions take place before the activity. After going down the zipline, visitors can return to the ticket office by taking a 10-minute cart ride. There's is a observatory cafe at the departure for enjoying the scenery for those who are not thrill-seekers.

Ziptrek Korea (대천 짚트랙)

Ziptrek Korea (대천 짚트랙)

18.3Km    2024-11-01

80 Haesuyokjang 10-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The zip track of the course, which glides slightly over the sea in Daecheon from the 19-story tower with a x_height of 52m, perfectly satisfies the desire to fly. Actors Park Bogum and Kim Youjung experienced this in 'Youth MT'. Thanks to the line installed along the coast, you can see downtown Daecheon on the right at the beginning and fly over the sea from the middle to the end, which is even more fun. The cart ride on the way back is another 'fun' point, and it takes about 10 minutes to get back to the tower. There is also a cafe in the observatory one floor above the boarding area, so it is good to enjoy the scenery from an open point of view.