Crash Landing on You (์ฌ๋์ ๋ถ์์ฐฉ) is one of the most beloved K-dramas ever made โ and its filming locations are just as beautiful as the drama itself. Fans travel from all over the world to stand where Se-ri and Ri Jeong-hyeok stood.
Here's your complete guide to every major filming location, with exact details on how to get there and what to see.
Crash Landing on You (2019โ2020) follows South Korean heiress Yoon Se-ri, who crash-lands in North Korea during a paragliding accident and falls in love with North Korean army captain Ri Jeong-hyeok. The drama was filmed partly in Switzerland and partly across South Korea.
Switzerland locations
The iconic opening paragliding sequence โ where Se-ri crash-lands into North Korea โ was filmed in the Grindelwald area of the Swiss Alps. The same area appears in the drama's emotionally devastating final episodes. The sweeping mountain meadows, cable cars, and alpine scenery are exactly as they appear on screen.
From Zurich or Geneva, take a train to Interlaken Ost, then a connecting train to Grindelwald (about 35 minutes). The journey from Zurich takes roughly 2.5 hours total. Swiss Travel Pass covers the full journey. Best visited AprilโOctober for green meadows; DecemberโMarch for snow.
The stunning waterfall valley near Grindelwald was used for several romantic outdoor scenes between Se-ri and Jeong-hyeok. The 72 waterfalls and sheer cliff walls make it one of the most dramatic landscapes in Europe. The village of Lauterbrunnen itself is a 10-minute train ride from Grindelwald.
From Grindelwald, take the train to Lauterbrunnen (about 45 minutes via Zweilรผtschinen). Alternatively, take the cable car from Grindelwald to Mรคnnlichen and walk down into Lauterbrunnen โ one of the most spectacular walks in Switzerland.
South Korea locations
The North Korean village where Se-ri hides โ with its charming houses, communal well, and the soldiers' barracks โ was actually built as a film set in Yanggu, near the real DMZ border. The set became so famous that it was preserved and turned into a tourist attraction after the drama ended. You can walk through the exact same village streets.
From Seoul's Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an express bus to Yanggu (about 2.5 hours). The filming village (์๊ตฌ ์ฌ๋์ ๋ถ์์ฐฉ ์ดฌ์์ง) is about 10 minutes by taxi from Yanggu Bus Terminal. Open daily โ check current hours before visiting as they occasionally change seasonally.
Imjingak Park, near the real Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea, was used for several border-crossing scenes. The park itself is a powerful and moving place โ with a bridge that used to connect North and South, freedom bells, and memorials to the Korean War. It's one of the most historically significant places you can visit near Seoul.
Take Subway Line 1 from Seoul to Dorasan Station (the last station before North Korea), or take the GyeonguiโJungang Line to Munsan and transfer to a bus to Imjingak. The whole journey from central Seoul takes about 1.5 hours. Free entry to the park; some areas require a guided DMZ tour.
Several key Seoul scenes โ including Se-ri's wealthy lifestyle and rooftop moments โ were filmed in the Yeouido area of Seoul, featuring the iconic 63 Building and the Han River. The Han River parks in this area are beautiful for an evening walk, especially at sunset when the 63 Building reflects on the water.
Take Subway Line 5 to Yeouinaru Station (Exit 3) and walk to the Han River park. The 63 Building is a short walk north. The Yeouido area is also famous for its cherry blossoms in spring โ one of Seoul's best spots.
Tips for visiting filming locations
- Visit Yanggu on a weekday โ weekends can get very crowded with Korean tourists, especially in spring and autumn.
- Combine the DMZ visit with Imjingak โ most DMZ tours from Seoul stop at Imjingak as part of a day trip. Book in advance, especially in peak season.
- Swiss locations are best in summer โ June to September gives you the green meadows from the drama. Winter gives you snow but some areas may be inaccessible.
- Download Naver Maps โ Google Maps coverage in rural Korea is limited. Naver Maps (๋ค์ด๋ฒ ์ง๋) has much better coverage, especially in Gangwon Province.
- Bring the drama stills โ Screenshot the exact scenes before you go. It makes finding the precise filming spots much easier and the photos much more satisfying.
Read our guide to the best K-drama romances with happy endings โ Crash Landing on You is #1 on the list, and for very good reason.