South Korea Launches Comprehensive National Bicycle Road Standard Dataset on Public Data Portal
South Korea’s Public Data Portal has released the “National Bicycle Road Standard Data,” a detailed open dataset covering bicycle paths across the country. Compiled from 140 local government sources, it includes critical details like route names, lengths, coordinates, widths, and managing agencies, supporting cyclists, urban planners, and app developers. With over 15,000 downloads already, this initiative aligns with the Bicycle Use Activation Act to enhance cycling infrastructure.
Background
The dataset, overseen by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and provided by local governments, standardizes information on nationwide bicycle roads under the Bicycle Use Activation Act and its enforcement rules (Annex 3 Form: Bicycle Road Ledger). Key fields encompass route names and numbers, provincial and municipal details, start/end addresses and coordinates (latitude/longitude), major waypoints, total lengths in kilometers, general and bike lane widths in meters, road types, official notification status, and contact info for managing agencies.
Updated annually—with the latest modification on January 16, 2026—the data is categorized under transportation and logistics (roads) with keywords like “bicycle,” “bike paths,” and “roads.” Examples include datasets from cities like Geoje-si (Gyeongsangnam-do), Jinju-si, Jung-gu (Daegu), and Namwon-si (Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province). Accessible via the Public Data Portal at data.go.kr, it promotes transparency and data-driven decisions for cycling policy and infrastructure development.
Future Outlook
This open dataset is poised to revolutionize cycling in South Korea by enabling advanced mapping apps, route planning tools, and integration with platforms like TrailLink or local bike-sharing services such as “Bicycle Happiness Sharing.” Planners can leverage it for gap analysis, expansion projects, and safety improvements, fostering sustainable transport amid global pushes for active mobility. As downloads surge, expect innovative apps, citizen participation in bike network enhancements, and potential expansions to real-time data or international benchmarks.