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A person holding a giant octopus on a boat.

(Photo by Namhae-gun/courtesy of haps Magazine Korea)

Namhae has highlighted Anggang Dasup Forest and Anggang Bay octopus pot fishing as its featured travel experiences for August, offering visitors a chance to combine nature, local culture, and fresh seafood in a single trip.

The experience begins with a Nordic walking course through Anggang Dasup Forest, where visitors use walking poles to explore shaded trails surrounded by native woodland and birdsong.

The route provides a leisurely way to experience one of Namhae’s quieter natural areas.

The tour then continues onto Anggang Bay, where participants board a fishing boat and take part in a traditional octopus pot fishing experience.

Visitors help pull up fishing pots while learning about the area’s long-standing coastal fishing culture.

One of the highlights is preparing and enjoying octopus ramen onboard using freshly caught seafood.

Participants can also take home any octopus they catch during the experience.

The paired activities offer a glimpse into both Namhae’s forest landscapes and its fishing heritage, making it a unique day trip for visitors looking to experience more than the region’s beaches and coastal scenery.

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