- 23km section of six sea bridges connecting Yeosu and Goheung designated, poised to become the core axis of the South Coast Marine Tourism Belt.

Yeosu City (Mayor Jung Gi-Myoung) announced on the 13th that ‘Baekri Seomseomgil,’ a 23-kilometer stretch consisting of six sea bridge sections connecting Yeosu and Goheung, has been designated as the nation's first official Tourism Road by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT).

The ‘Tourism Road’ designation is a system where the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport designates roads with beautiful scenery and attractions as tourism resources under the Road Act. In the first round of designations since the system was introduced last October, six locations nationwide, including Yeosu’s Baekri Seomseomgil, were selected.

Baekri Seomseomgil spans approximately 39.2 kilometers from Hwatae Bridge in Nam-myeon, Yeosu, to Palyoung Bridge in Goheung, featuring a total of 11 sea bridges—including cable-stayed, suspension, arch, and girder bridges—constructed using various engineering methods. Of these, the 23-kilometer section comprising six completed sea bridges from Baekyado to Palyoung Bridge has been designated as a Tourism Road. The city plans to apply for additional designation of the four bridges currently under construction between Hwatae and Baekya, as well as Hwatae Bridge itself, once they are completed.

To secure this designation, Yeosu City produced drone videos and held multiple consultations with relevant agencies. This achievement was the result of collaborative efforts, including research projects by the City Council and Jeollanam-do, and active support from local members of the National Assembly.

Moving forward, the city plans to leverage the majestic sea bridges and the scenic beauty of the Dadohae along Baekri Seomseomgil to expand tourism infrastructure in connection with the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo, aiming to develop the route as the central axis of the South Coast Marine Tourism Belt.

Additionally, MOLIT plans to establish an information system for the designated Tourism Roads, providing a variety of details to enhance visitor convenience, such as information on cultural and rest facilities, festivals, local cuisine, and transportation accessibility.

Mayor Jung Gi-Myoung of Yeosu City stated, "This designation as a Tourism Road will be a great boost to revitalizing the local tourism industry." He added, "We will develop storytelling and tourism marketing strategies linked to nearby attractions to ensure the success of the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo and position Yeosu as the central city of South Coast marine tourism."

Meanwhile, the area surrounding Baekri Seomseomgil is gaining attention as a premier healing route on the South Coast. It offers a harmonious blend of driving, relaxation, and hands-on experiences, with tourist attractions and experiential spaces such as Jeokgeumdo Observatory Park and the Yeojaman Sunset Observatory, where visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Dadohae.