Yeongdeok Sunrise Park (영덕 해맞이공원)

356.0M 2025-01-10

968 Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-7052

Yeongdeok Sunrise Park is located on the eastern coast, with an unmanned lighthouse and wooden promenades, using wood from trees that were damaged in a large fire here in 1997. The observation deck from the peak of the park provides grand views of the surrounding area, and is a popular location for photography. Additional attractions within the park include a pergola, musical fish statues, and an ecological education field.

Yeongdeok Wind Farm (영덕풍력발전단지)

1.7Km 2024-02-23

247 Haemaji-gil, Yeongdeok-eup, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yeongdeok Wind Farm, situated in Yeongdeok, capitalizes on the area's constant coastal winds and is perched above Sunrise Park. The wind turbines, standing tall at 80 meters with a wingspan of 41 meters, are strategically positioned on a hill to offer a magnificent view of the sea. The Wind Farm includes a New & Renewable Energy Center, a playground for children, and an Aircraft Exhibit Park, providing a diverse range of activities for visitors. In the vicinity, one can also explore local attractions such as Gangguhang Port, Samsa Marine Park, and Yeongdeok Daege Wonjo Village, enriching the experience of the area.

Obo Beach (오보 해수욕장)

1.8Km 2025-01-10

1213 Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-eup, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Odo Beach, a white sand beach with shallow waters, stretches across 600 meters. During summer, visitors can rent boats and tubes to enjoy swimming, whereas, in other seasons, visitors can engage in sea-fishing and catch fish such as black seabream and olive flounder. Part of the Yeongdeok Blue Road D course, it is a great place for leisurely strolls and soaking in the beauty of both the sea and the surrounding mountains.

Gyeongjeong Beach (경정해수욕장)

6.3Km 2021-06-29

1726, Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-7642

Gyeongjeong Beach is famous for its serene and clean water with gentle waves. The southern part of the beach is made of rocks. Visitors should avoid swimming in the waters since they are used as an aqua farm for growing marine products such as sea cucumbers, abalone and sea squirts. The beachside road is a perfect driving course with the view of the horizon.

Gyeongjeong Village (Chayu Fishing Village) (경정마을(차유어촌체험마을))

6.5Km 2025-01-10

Gyeongjeong-ri, Chuksan-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gyeongjeong Village, also known as Chayu Fishing Village due to its saddle-like shape, is located along the beautiful east coast of Korea. The village is renowned for its snow crabs that were offered to the king since ancient times as well as the snow crab monument. Other specialties of the village include wild seaweed, dried squid, and sea urchin. The village offers experience programs like night crab catching, snow crab catching, lantern experience and other diverse programs that are loved by children. Located at the heart of the picturesque sea trail of Yeongdeok, Blue Road Course B, the village is surrounded by notable tourist attractions including, Gyeongjeong Beach, Gyeongjeonghang Port, and Chuksanhang Port.

Daege Wonjo Village (Chayu Fishing Village) (대게원조 차유어촌체험마을)

7.2Km 2025-03-16

Chuksan-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-9371-4967

The crabs caught from the sea near this village had legs that resemble bamboo shoots, earning the name "daege," combining the letters that mean bamboo and crab in Korean. The village was originally known as Chayu Village, meaning "to cross on a wagon," from during the Goryeo period because the village resembled a saddle on a wagon. But recently, it has been renamed Yeongdeok Daege Wonjo Village and a local monument has been established. The nearby Gyeongjeong Breakwater is famous among anglers.

Gangguhang Port (강구항)

8.3Km 2021-09-06

253-51, Ganggu-ri, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6533

Gangguhang Port is a large harbor in Yeongdeok, Gyeongsangnam-do. Gangguhang Port is the main marketplace for Yeongdeok snowcrabs and since there are so many places selling crabs near the port, the area is called "Snowcrab Street." Rows of crab fishing boats can be seen along the port during the crab fishing season from November to April and May.

Yeongdeok Crab Village (영덕대게마을)

8.4Km 2025-03-16

68, Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-730-6682

Located on the coast of the East Sea, Yeongdeok Crab Village is famous for its classical scholars, and its wonderful scenery, where the mountains meet the sea. The traditional fishing village is the home of Yeongdeok snow crab that was well-known from Goryeo dynasty (King Taejo) and also has a huge street for snow crabs, packed with around 100 shops selling crabs along the Gangguan Port. When the season for snow crabs arrives in November, lasting through May, the village is crowded with visitors from all over the world eager to try Yeongdeok snow crabs.

In addition, the location of the village gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful sea roads in Korea. In the area are also a sea fishing site, beaches, and water resort venues that are suitable for both recreation and relaxation.

Jukdosan (죽도산)

8.5Km 2021-02-24

47-1, Ganggudaege-gil, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-733-4148

Jukdosan, a restaurant specializing in snow crab, is located in the middle of Daege (snow crab) Street at Gangguhang Port, Yeongdeok-gun. On the first floor, a large fish tank filled with snow crabs and fresh raw fish is on display, while the second floor gives off a refreshing atmosphere due to an artificial waterfall pouring down from the glass window. Main menus at this restaurant consist of braised snow crab and fresh hoe (sliced raw fish), with an option of fried rice and daege maeuntang (spicy snow crab stew). Accommodation facilities are also available on the third floor.

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival (영덕대게축제)

8.6Km 2025-03-15

Opo-ri, Ganggu-myeon, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-2894-5530

Yeongdeok Snow Crab Festival is an annual event that celebrates local snow crabs, which were once served to kings. Among festival highlights, the Snow Crab Public Auction as well as the snow crab market are the most popular. In addition, visitors can ride a snow crab fishing boat, enjoy busking performances, and sample various snow crab dishes.

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