- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Baeron Catholic Holy Site, Jecheon
A Catholic pilgrimage and heritage site in Bongyang-eup, Jecheon, with the Hwang Sayeong manuscript cave, St Joseph's seminary and Fr Choe Yang-eop's tomb reflecting Korea's Catholic and educational history.
- Address
- 296 Baeronseongji-gil, Bongyang-eup, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea
- Nearby transit
- The site's directions page mentions bus 852 from Jecheon Bus Terminal. Check current service before travelling; groups should telephone in advance.
- Hours
- Operator homepage: grounds open 09:00–17:00; operator's pilgrimage/directions page: 09:00–18:00; Jecheon City tourism: 10:00–17:00. These sources disagree, so confirm hours with the site (043-651-4527). The official daily pilgrim Mass is listed at 11:00. Retreats and prayer-school programs follow separate schedules and reservations.
Official information conflicts: the sanctuary homepage says 09:00–17:00, its own directions page says grounds access 09:00–18:00, and Jecheon City says 10:00–17:00. Confirm the actual closing time at 043-651-4527 before visiting.
Why go
Explore the site's history of persecution, education and pilgrimage in a respectful, quiet manner. The operator asks visitors to dress appropriately and contact the office in advance for group pilgrimages.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.