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Seoul unveils 110 autumn foliage trails spanning 167 kilometers

Seoul is turning its streets, riversides and parks into an open-air autumn gallery, with the city government selecting 110 foliage trails stretching a combined 167 kilometers for residents and visitors seeking fall colors without leaving the capital. The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced Friday that its 2026 selection features tree-lined streets, riverside paths, public parks and walking…

Seoul unveils 110 autumn foliage trails spanning 167 kilometers

Seoul has unveiled a new initiative to showcase its autumn foliage, unveiling 110 scenic trails that span a total of 167 kilometers. The Seoul Metropolitan Government has selected a diverse range of routes, including tree-lined streets, riverside paths, public parks, and walking trails, offering residents and visitors a chance to experience the city's vibrant fall colors without leaving the capital.

The peak foliage season is expected to take place from late October through early to mid-November, with trees such as ginkgo, zelkova, Yoshino cherry, and metasequoia dotting the routes and creating a variety of picturesque landscapes throughout the city. The government has categorized the 110 routes into four groups: 20 urban walking routes, 19 riverside trails, 28 park routes, and 43 walking paths, with notable highlights including Samcheong-dong Street, Deoksu Palace Road, Itaewon-ro, Jungnang Stream and Ui Stream, Seoul Forest, and Haneul Park.

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