Islands off Jeju · Olle and walking routes

Jeju Olle Trail Route 10-1

This route walks through Gapado's villages and low-lying fields, taking in island life through its sea views, stone walls and altars. The appearance of green barley varies with the season and farming schedule. Do not assume you can walk freely everywhere on Gapado, including through farmland.

Travel planning at a glance

Jeju Olle Route 10-1 is the Gapado Olle route, covering 4.2 km. The official suggested walking time is 1-2 hours and the difficulty rating is easy. The start and finish are different, so arrange return transport or travel to the port separately.

Green barley fields on Gapado · Spring 2011 archive photo
Reference photo of Gapado on Jeju Olle Route 10-1 · This photo does not show the entire route or current trail conditions. · Jjw · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo credit

Visitor information for Jeju Olle Trail Route 10-1

Official section
Gapado Olle
Route length
4.2Km
Official reference duration
1-2 hours · Varies with your pace
Official difficulty
Easy
Walking format
One-way route with different start and finish points

Operating and access information is based on the official sources below. Recommended routes and visit durations are editorial suggestions. Check each place's description to see whether waiting, meals and similar time are included, and allow separate time for travel between places.

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Gapado's low-lying fields and village paths

A route through Gapado's villages and low fields, taking in everyday island scenery such as the sea, stone walls and altars.

The appearance of green barley varies with the season and farming schedule. Do not assume you can walk freely everywhere on Gapado, including through farmland.

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Jeju Olle Route 10-1: distance and route layout

Current official route information lists a length of 4.2 km, a suggested walking time of 1-2 hours and an easy difficulty rating. The time varies with breaks, activities, meals and your pace. If markers have changed or there is a temporary diversion, follow the operator's instructions for that day.

Jeju Olle Route 10-1 is a one-way route from the official start point at Gapado to the official finish point at Gapado. 4.2 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.

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Walking the Gapado Olle trail with your group

The official starting and finishing points differ even on this same island. Plan the additional journey to your departure port after the walk, and return well before the last ferry.

If completing all of Jeju Olle Route 10-1 would be too demanding, choose a shorter section that follows the on-site Olle markers and plan how to get there and back. The easy difficulty rating does not guarantee that every section is accessible with a pushchair or wheelchair.

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Getting to the start of Jeju Olle Route 10-1 and returning from the finish

The official route map provides separate start and finish coordinates. Start: the official start point at Gapado (33.174516, 126.270937) · Finish: the official finish point at Gapado (33.167202, 126.274310). These coordinates identify the currently listed points; they are not street addresses. Compare them with the official route's start and finish on the map.

For Jeju Olle Route 10-1, plan the island walk and ferry crossing separately. Your return depends on travel from the official finish point at Gapado to the departure port, the last sailing and any cancellations. Before setting out, check the ferry operator's service information for your travel date.

Route start and finish · 출발: 가파도 공식 시작점 (33.174516, 126.270937) · 도착: 가파도 공식 종점 (33.167202, 126.274310)

These are the start and finish coordinates provided on the operator's map. Calculate the approach distance from your chosen port or bus stop separately.

Location reference ↗

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Choose your next stop according to your direction of travel

Gapado

Visitor information for an actual waypoint on this Olle route. Check admission to attractions and individual activities separately from your walking itinerary.

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Frequently asked travel questions

How long is Jeju Olle Route 10-1, and how much time should I allow?

The official route length is 4.2 km, the suggested walking time is 1-2 hours, and the difficulty rating is easy. Total time varies with visits to attractions, meals, your pace and any current diversions.

Is the distance for Jeju Olle Route 10-1 a round trip?

Jeju Olle Route 10-1 is a one-way route from the official start point at Gapado to the official finish point at Gapado. 4.2 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.

What can I see at Jeju Olle Trail Route 10-1?

This route walks through Gapado's villages and low-lying fields, taking in island life through its sea views, stone walls and altars. The appearance of green barley varies with the season and farming schedule. Do not assume you can walk freely everywhere on Gapado, including through farmland.

Is walking the whole of Jeju Olle Route 10-1 suitable for children?

The official starting and finishing points differ even on this same island. Plan the additional journey to your departure port after the walk, and return well before the last ferry. After considering the full distance, the day's weather and your child's walking experience, you can choose to walk only part of the route.

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