Where the Bukhan River and Namhan River Become the Han River, Yangpyeong Dumulmeori

The Place Where the Name “Du Mulmeori” Refers to the Beginning of the Hangang River

Du Mulmeori is the confluence in Yangsu-ri, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, where the Bukhangang and Namhangang rivers meet. The name literally means the head of two streams, and since this is the point where the two rivers merge and continue into the main course of the Hangang River, the landscape itself is the main attraction here.

This place was once used as a ferry landing, and even now the yellow-roofed sailboat, willow trees, and wide river views remain along the water. The Korea Tourism Organization introduces Du Mulmeori as a location for drama, film, advertising, wedding shoots, and nature photography, and explains that the three zelkova trees by the river appear like a single giant tree.

A 60–90 Minute Walking Route, From the 400-Year-Old Zelkova Tree to the Yellow-Roofed Sailboat

If this is your first visit, it is easiest to start near 119 Dumulmeorigil, where the Du Mulmeori Tourist Information Center is located, and then view the zelkova tree, riverside promenade, and yellow-roofed sailboat in order. The Du Mulmeori Tourist Information Center is near the zelkova tree and provides Yangpyeong tourism information, cultural tourism guide services, a local specialty exhibition hall, and an indoor rest area.

Du Mulmeori itself is not a paid facility with a fixed entry route; it is a riverside area. If you only take photos, plan about 30 to 40 minutes, and if you move slowly through the information center, the zelkova tree, and the yellow-roofed sailboat, it is better to allow 60 to 90 minutes. Since it is an outdoor riverside area, slippery sections and puddles may appear after rain, so non-slip shoes are recommended.

• Tourist Information Center: 119 Dumulmeorigil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
• Tourist Information Center phone: 031-775-8700
• Information center facilities: accessible restroom, rest area, local specialty exhibition hall
• Recommended stay: 60–90 minutes

Open 24 Hours and Free, but the Riverside Needs Preparation After Dark

Du Mulmeori is open 24 hours a day, has no annual closing day, and admission is free. The representative contact number listed in official tourism information is 031-775-8700, and official tourism guidance is provided on the Yangpyeong Tourism website. Because there is no separate ticket booth or time reservation required, it is possible to visit at sunrise.

However, being open 24 hours does not mean there are sufficient nighttime tourist facilities. Before sunrise or after sunset, the lighting on the riverside promenade and the operating status of shops may differ from daytime, so it is safer to bring a phone charger and a portable light, and not wander alone far toward the water. In winter, a windproof jacket and gloves are useful because many visitors come to see the mist over the water and the sunrise.

• Operating hours: 24 hours
• Closing day: None, open year-round
• Admission fee: Free
• Official website: https://tour.yp21.go.kr/

From Yangsu Station to Du Mulmeori: Distinguishing Exit 1 and the Riverside Direction

Rail passengers can plan their route based on Yangsu Station on the Gyeongui-Jungang Line. It is known that Semiwon is about a 10–15 minute walk from Exit 1 of Yangsu Station, and the center of Du Mulmeori continues by way of Semiwon and the Yangsu-ri riverside. If you have a lot of luggage or are traveling before sunrise, it is better to specify your destination in a map app as “Du Mulmeori Tourist Information Center” or “145 Dumulmeorigil” before departing.

If you are taking a bus, you can get off at a stop in the Yangsu Station/Yangsu-ri area and access the site, but bus intervals and stop locations may change from time to time. Older tourism materials have introduced a way to take bus No. 8-7 near Exit 1 of Yangsu Station, but before departure you should check the day’s service information in the Yangpyeong-gun bus information system or a map app again.

• Nearest subway/rail station: Yangsu Station on the Gyeongui-Jungang Line
• Reference exit: Exit 1 of Yangsu Station
• Semiwon access: about a 10–15 minute walk
• Representative Du Mulmeori address: 145 Dumulmeorigil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Why Visiting by Car on Weekends Is Better Before 10:00 AM

There are parking spaces near Du Mulmeori, including paid parking lots, and the Korea Tourism Organization notes that nearby paid parking can be used. The Du Mulmeori introduction in government policy news states that its own parking lot is available, but during peak seasons and on weekends it is more realistic to plan with the possibility of traffic congestion on the access road and full parking lots.

In 2025 visitor reviews, it was repeatedly mentioned that waiting times for entering and leaving can become long on weekend afternoons, and that access before 10:00 AM or after 5:00 PM is relatively better. This is visitor experience rather than a fixed rule of the operating institution, so it cannot be guaranteed, but if you are visiting by car, parking soon after sunrise and leaving after a walk is a good way to save time.

• Parking: Nearby paid parking lots and parking spaces available
• Recommended arrival by car: before 10:00 AM on weekends
• Likely congestion area: access roads into Yangsu-ri and Du Mulmeori
• Exact fee: Check on-site signs and operating notices on the day of visit

An Approximately 1.6 km Riverside Itinerary Combined with Semiwon Lotus Flowers from June to August

Across the river from Du Mulmeori is the aquatic plant garden Semiwon, which makes the two places good to see together. Korea Tourism Organization travel information gives the distance between Semiwon and Du Mulmeori as about 1.6 km, or about 5 minutes by car. Semiwon has a clear seasonal character when lotus flowers bloom from June to August, and the period from mid-July to mid-August is introduced as the peak.

Du Mulmeori is a free, always-open space, while Semiwon is a garden with a separate admission ticket and seasonal operating conditions. In summer, it is better to check Semiwon’s operating hours and admission fee first, and then continue on to Du Mulmeori. If you are prioritizing stroller or wheelchair access, it is better to center your schedule on Semiwon, which improved its accessibility through the 2017 Open Tourist Site support project, and at Du Mulmeori to avoid unpaved and crowded areas close to the water.

For Photography, Riverside Mist and Sunrise; for Walking, Weekday Daytime

Du Mulmeori is especially known for winter mist over the water and sunrise. Riverside fog changes depending on temperature, water temperature, and humidity, so it is not guaranteed every day; if you are traveling a long distance solely for photography, it is necessary to check both the previous day’s and the early morning weather forecasts. The direction of the sunrise and the time of sunrise also vary by season, so it is better to allow about 30 minutes before sunrise.

If the goal is riverside walking rather than portrait photography, weekday mornings or late afternoons are relatively suitable. On weekends and during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons, crowds may gather around the zelkova tree and the yellow-roofed sailboat. Conversely, if you have difficulty with long walks or are expecting only a quiet natural space, you should keep in mind that this place is different in character from a secluded forest trail-type destination away from the main route where photographers, snack shops, and parked cars gather.

• Sunrise visit: Arrive about 30 minutes earlier than the seasonal sunrise time
• Winter feature: Mist over the water may be observed, but it depends on weather conditions
• Summer connection: Semiwon lotus flowers bloom from June to August, with the peak period from mid-July to mid-August
• Expected crowding: Weekends, cherry blossom season, autumn foliage season

Routes for Foreign Visitors and Stroller Users Utilizing the Du Mulmeori Tourist Information Center

Foreign visitors can check Du Mulmeori’s address, 24-hour operation, year-round opening, parking availability, and contact information on the Korea Tourism Organization’s English tourism page. If you need to ask for directions on site or adjust your itinerary around the Yangpyeong area, you can first use the Du Mulmeori Tourist Information Center at 031-775-8700, and the nationwide 1330 tourism hotline is also an alternative.

Accessibility is not uniform across the entire area as if it were one indoor tourist facility. The information center has an accessible restroom, and the wide paths along the riverside are relatively flat in many places, but movement near the water and around photo spots can become more difficult depending on weather and crowds. Stroller and wheelchair users should use the information center as their starting point and adjust the share of their itinerary together with nearby facilities that have a history of accessibility improvements, such as Semiwon.