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Busan Establishes Barrier-Free Forest Trail at Igidae Art Park

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Mayor Park Heong-joon of Busan announced that, in preparation for the full development of Igidae Art Park, the city has prioritized the construction of a forest trail to enhance public convenience, which will be opened to citizens today (May 15).

After establishing the “Igidae Coastal Trail Accessible Path Project” plan in May 2024, the city invested approximately KRW 1 billion in the project. Full-scale construction began in January and was completed in April this year.

Overview of the Igidae Art Park Barrier-Free Forest Trail Project

• ●Project Title: Igidae Coastal Trail Accessible Path Project

• ●Location: Entrance area of Igidae Eoull Madang, Yongho-dong

• ●Construction Period: January – April 2025

• ●Project Content: Creation of a barrier-free forest trail (L = 480m)

• ●Budget: KRW 1 billion (Special Local Grant: 500 million; Local Taxes: 200 million; District Budget: 300 million)

The newly constructed 480-meter pine forest deck trail has a gentle slope of less than 8%, allowing easy access for wheelchairs and strollers. It also includes three rest areas for peaceful breaks within the forest.

Notably, this trail provides easier access for people with reduced mobility to the Igidae International Art Center area and naturally connects the forest paths and coastal scenery of Igidae Art Park. The surrounding area is rich in diverse plant and animal life—including Dendropanax, pine trees, Eurya japonica, beach morning glory, and salamanders—enhancing the trail’s ecological value.

The city plans to transform Igidae Art Park into a comprehensive cultural space where forest, coast, and art harmoniously coexist. To this end, it will first build accessible infrastructure to ensure convenience and then gradually expand the artistic space in alignment with the surrounding environment.

Ahn Cheol-soo, Director General of the Green City Bureau, stated,
“This forest trail marks the first step of Igidae Art Park—a place where anyone can walk and stay amidst nature, experiencing both art and healing. We will continue to do our best to create a refined park where all citizens can enjoy nature and culture as part of their daily lives.”

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