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Hongjecheon Artificial Waterfall (홍제폭포)

Hongjecheon Artificial Waterfall (홍제폭포) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

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Hongjecheon Artificial Waterfall (홍제폭포)

Hongjecheon Artificial Waterfall is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

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Why go

Hongjecheon Artificial Waterfall is exactly what its name says — a cascade engineered into the wall of the Hongjecheon stream as it flows beneath the Naebu Expressway in northwestern Seoul. The waterfall pours 25 meters down a vertical concrete face from May to October and creates an unexpectedly grand water-and-sound moment just below a busy elevated highway. Walking and bike paths run along both sides of the stream and connect directly into the Han River trail network, making this a useful waypoint on a long ride. Free to view; the cascade pumps run roughly 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in season. Pair with the Han River cycling loop or the nearby Nakwon Music Mart.

Quick highlights

  • Engineered 25-meter cascade beneath the elevated highway
  • Active May to October, roughly 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Streamside walking and bike paths connect to Han River trails
  • Surprisingly grand sound and mist just under city traffic
  • Free to visit

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