Jamsil Railway Bridge Walk
24 hrs.
Free
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Gangbyeon Station 강변역 (line 2, exit 3). Walking from North to South of Han River. 30 mins walk.
Note: Search for Ganbyeon' instead when using MetroidHD app.
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OR Jamsillaru Station 잠실나루역 (line 2, exit 4). Walking from South to North of Han River. 30 mins walk.
Note: Search for 'Jamsilnaru' instead when using MetroidHD app.
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The Jamsil Railway Bridge connects both Jamsillaru and Gangbyeon Stations across Han River (Hangang) on subway line 2.
Besides being used primarily for trains, Jamsil Railway Bridge is extremely pedestrians and bicyclists friendly.
Passing Trains on the Bridge
One of the highlights on Jamsil Railway Bridge walk is to catch the trains zapping past right next to you.
Stars Visit by Korean Actor, Lee Min-Ho
When the famous Korean Actor, Lee Min-Ho (starred in The King: Eternal Monarch, Legend of the Blue Sea, The Heirs) visited the bridge one night and posted his photographs on the social media on 2 July 2020, it kicked off many frenzied online searches by his fans for the location and name of the bridge.
★Jamsil Railway Bridge is the bridge in Seoul visited by Lee Min-Ho!★
See if you are lucky to catch him on the bridge next time.😉
View of Lotte World Tower from the Bridge
The bridge walk from Gangbyeon Station to Jamsillaru Station presents the amazing view of Lotte World Tower, the 123-floor building and the tallest building in South Korea. It is also the fifth tallest building in the world.
Views of Han River & Hangang Park from the Bridge
Crossing Han River on Jamsil Railway Bridge is a most pleasant one with breathtaking views of Han River and Hangang Park.
Hangang Park below Jamsil Bridge
Travellers can also exit to Hangang Park on both sides of the bridge as well. This is a highly recommended walk for all visitors to Seoul.
Walking Courses
This amazing bridge connects pedestrians (& bicyclists) right from the exits of both stations directly to the bridge above Han River.
It brilliantly by-passes the usual heavy traffic and complex roads, allowing travellers to reach the bridge level easily. Most part of the above-ground walkway from Jamsillaru Station is even sheltered as well.
a) From Gangbyeon Station
b) From Jamsillaru Station
Nearby Attractions & Other Bridge Walks in Seoul
a) Kongdae / Common Ground
From Gangbyeon Station, one can check out the rising university suburb, Kondae and its popular hot spot, Common Ground at Konkuk Univ. Station of the same line, 2 stops away.
b) Ttukseom Hangang Park
One stop away from Konkuk Univ. Station is the popular Ttukseom Hangang Park for a fun-filled day. Top things to do at Ttukseom Hangang Park include Jabeolle (/J-bug) 240m observatory cultural complex, music fountain, bicycle rental, duck boat / motor boat / yacht / row boat rental, four seasons outdoor swimming pool, children playground, water sports, etc.
c) Banpo Bridge Crossing / Dongho Bridge Walk
Other easily accessible and recommended bridge walks include Banpo Bridge Crossing and Dongho Bridge Walk.
Map of Jamsil Railway Bridge & 2 Nearest Subway Stations
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