Wooden pier leading to a lakeside boathouse on turquoise Lake Brienz, forested Alps behind.

Where Was Crash Landing On You Filmed?

The hit 2019-2020 drama shot across South Korea, Switzerland and Mongolia, standing in for its North Korean settings.

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The Short Answer

Crash Landing on You was mainly filmed in South Korea, with Switzerland and Mongolia playing supporting roles. Jeju Island's Hallasan National Park stood in for the DMZ crash site, Taean villages doubled as North Korea, and Mongolia hosted train scenes. Key Switzerland scenes, including the famous piano pier moment, were shot around Lake Brienz in the Bernese Oberland.

Crash Landing on You aired from 2019 to 2020 and became one of the most internationally successful Korean dramas ever made. Its story sends a South Korean heiress paragliding into North Korea, but the production rarely filmed where the plot takes place. Filming ran for six months across South Korea, Switzerland and Mongolia on a budget of US$20 million.

The workaround produced an unusual map for fans. Actual DMZ filming was restricted, so the crash landing was shot in a national park on Jeju Island. Pyongyang train scenes were recreated with real trains in Ulaanbaatar. The Swiss sequences, flashback romance and all, used lakes and bridges in the Bernese Oberland that fans now visit in large numbers.

Every Location At A Glance

LocationWhereWhat was filmedAccess
Iseltwald Pier, Lake BrienzIseltwald, SwitzerlandPiano scene by Ri Jeong-hyeok (Hyun Bin) on the wooden pier in Episode 7; boat approach by Yoon Se-riTicketed
Byeolmaro ObservatoryYeongwol, South KoreaParagliding test flight by Yoon Se-ri in Episode 1Ticketed
Hallasan National ParkJeju-si, South KoreaCrash landing and first meeting in DMZ scene (Episode 1)Free to see
Sigriswil Panorama BridgeSigriswil, SwitzerlandMeeting scene between Yoon Se-ri, Ri Jeong-hyeok and Seo Dan in Episode 4Ticketed
Taean Village SiteTaean-gun, South KoreaRi Jeong-hyeok's North Korean village home and surrounding areaFree to see
Commodore Hotel BusanBusan, South KoreaPyongyang hotel interiors and lobby scenesFree to see
Lungern LakeLungern, SwitzerlandRomantic lunch and final episode scenesFree to see
Hantan River SkybridgePocheon-si, South KoreaFated realization scene on bridgeFree to see

Filming Locations Map

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Location By Location

Iseltwald Pier, Lake Brienz, Iseltwald
Location 01

Iseltwald Pier, Lake Brienz

Bernese Oberland, Iseltwald, Switzerland Ticketed

Filmed here: Piano scene by Ri Jeong-hyeok (Hyun Bin) on the wooden pier in Episode 7; boat approach by Yoon Se-ri

This wooden pier on Lake Brienz hosted the Episode 7 scene of Ri Jeong-hyeok, played by Hyun Bin, performing at the piano, with Yoon Se-ri approaching by boat. The pier charges a CHF 5 fee for access in peak season and uses a reservation system after hundreds of thousands of tourists arrived following the show. Arrive early to avoid crowds. The turquoise lake and Alpine backdrop are striking even for visitors with no interest in the drama.

Byeolmaro Observatory, Yeongwol
Location 02

Byeolmaro Observatory

Gangwon-do, Yeongwol, South Korea Ticketed

Filmed here: Paragliding test flight by Yoon Se-ri in Episode 1

Located in Yeongwol, Gangwon-do, this observatory is the launch point for Yoon Se-ri's paragliding test flight in Episode 1, the accident that sets the whole story in motion. The site is open with reservations and admission fees apply. Beyond the drama connection it functions as a stargazing destination, and paragliding is available for travelers who want to experience the opening sequence more literally than most fans would dare.

Hallasan National Park, Jeju-si
Location 03

Hallasan National Park

Jeju-do, Jeju-si, South Korea Free to see

Filmed here: Crash landing and first meeting in DMZ scene (Episode 1)

The crash landing and first meeting between the two leads, presented in the show as a DMZ encounter, were filmed on Jeju Island because actual DMZ filming was restricted. The forested slopes of Hallasan National Park provided the canopy Yoon Se-ri descends into. Access is public, with hiking trails throughout and organized tours widely available. It remains one of Korea's most popular tourist spots, drama fan or otherwise.

Sigriswil Panorama Bridge, Sigriswil
Location 04

Sigriswil Panorama Bridge

Bernese Oberland, Sigriswil, Switzerland Ticketed

Filmed here: Meeting scene between Yoon Se-ri, Ri Jeong-hyeok and Seo Dan in Episode 4

This suspension bridge above the Bernese Oberland appears in Episode 4 for the charged meeting between Yoon Se-ri, Ri Jeong-hyeok and Seo Dan. Visitors today can walk the span, which offers 360-degree views over the surrounding landscape. Entry is ticketed, with a fee of roughly CHF 5-10. It pairs naturally with a trip to nearby Iseltwald, since both Swiss locations sit in the same region and appear in the same stretch of episodes.

Taean Village Site, Taean-gun
Location 05

Taean Village Site

Chungcheongnam-do, Taean-gun, South Korea Free to see

Filmed here: Ri Jeong-hyeok's North Korean village home and surrounding area

The North Korean village where Ri Jeong-hyeok's family lives was built from scratch in Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, after extensive location scouting. Filming finished, the set was later demolished, so there is nothing of the original construction left standing. Travelers still come to the region, which is known for its scenery and an annual tulip festival. Expect atmosphere rather than recognizable sets.

Commodore Hotel Busan, Busan
Location 06

Commodore Hotel Busan

Busan, South Korea Free to see

Filmed here: Pyongyang hotel interiors and lobby scenes

Pyongyang hotel interiors and lobby scenes were shot inside this historic Busan hotel rather than in North Korea. The property remains open to guests, and its lobby is recognizable to fans of the show. Unlike most locations on this list, it can be experienced as an overnight stay, which makes it one of the easier filming sites to visit in detail. Busan's transport links make the stop straightforward.

Lungern Lake, Lungern
Location 07

Lungern Lake

Obwalden, Lungern, Switzerland Free to see

Filmed here: Romantic lunch and final episode scenes

This lake in Obwalden, Switzerland, appears in the romantic lunch scene and returns in the final episode. Access is free and public, with broad scenic views across the water, and a sign at the site notes the drama connection. It sits within reasonable driving distance of the other Swiss locations, so it fits easily into an itinerary built around Iseltwald and Sigriswil.

Hantan River Skybridge, Pocheon-si
Location 08

Hantan River Skybridge

Gyeonggi-do, Pocheon-si, South Korea Free to see

Filmed here: Fated realization scene on bridge

The fated realization scene between the leads was filmed on this high bridge in Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, within easy reach of Seoul. The bridge is open to the public and accessible for walking, with far-reaching views from the span. It is one of the most convenient locations for travelers based in the capital who want to visit a Korean filming site without an overnight trip.

Where It Is Set Versus Where It Was Filmed

The story is set primarily in North Korea, at the DMZ and in Pyongyang, with South Korean and Swiss flashbacks woven through it. Filming never entered North Korea. South Korean forests on Jeju Island and villages in Taean stood in for North Korean settings, the Pyongyang hotel interiors were shot at a hotel in Busan, and train station and train interior scenes were recreated using real trains in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Switzerland supplied the European flashback and finale locations.

Tours That Visit These Locations

Guided tours focus almost entirely on the Swiss locations, which cluster conveniently in the Bernese Oberland and can be reached on day trips from Zurich or Lucerne. Options range from group day trips to fully private itineraries, with prices reflecting the degree of customization.

Private Full-Day From Zurich

Crash Landing on You Private Switzerland Day Tour from Zurich or Lucerne (CLOY)

A private full-day tour from Zurich or Lucerne, rated 4.8 across 20 reviews, the strongest track record among the Switzerland options.

4.8 out of 5 · 20 reviews

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Private Custom Filming Tour

Private Day Tour: Explore Crash Landing On You Filming Locations

A private day tour built around the filming locations themselves, with pricing available on request for a tailored itinerary.

5.0 out of 5 · 5 reviews

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Private Day Trip, 6 Locations

Crash Landing on You Private Day Trip

A private day trip visiting filming locations with a dedicated guide, suited to fans who want the itinerary to themselves.

5.0 out of 5 · 4 reviews

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Small-Group Swiss Day Trip

Crash Landing on You: Swiss Filming Locations Day Trip

At USD 313.77, the most affordable listed option, a shared day trip covering the key Swiss sites.

5.0 out of 5 · 1 reviews

From$314Check availability

Canton Bern Private Tour

Crash Landing on You Filming Locations in Canton Bern

A private tour concentrated on Canton Bern, the canton that holds Iseltwald, Sigriswil and the surrounding lake country.

From$1207Check availability

From Zurich, Private Driver

From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Private Day Tour

A private tour departing from Zurich at USD 905.11, pairing the pier with other Bernese Oberland stops.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Was Crash Landing on You filmed in North Korea?

No. Although the story is largely set in North Korea, no filming took place there. South Korean locations including Hallasan National Park on Jeju Island and a purpose-built village set in Taean stood in for North Korean settings.

Where is the piano pier in real life?

The pier is in Iseltwald on Lake Brienz in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland. Hyun Bin's piano scene in Episode 7 was filmed there. Access is ticketed, with a CHF 5 fee in peak season and a reservation system introduced after the site drew huge crowds.

Why was the DMZ scene filmed on Jeju Island?

Actual DMZ filming was restricted, so the production shot the crash landing and first meeting scenes in Hallasan National Park on Jeju Island, using its forests to portray the border region.

Can you still visit the North Korean village set?

Not the set itself. The village in Taean was built from scratch for filming and later demolished. Travelers visit the surrounding region, which is known for its tulip festival and coastal scenery.

Which Swiss filming locations can be combined in one trip?

Iseltwald Pier on Lake Brienz, the Sigriswil Panorama Bridge and Lungern Lake all sit within the broader Bernese Oberland and central Switzerland region, making them practical to combine on a single day trip from Lucerne or Zurich. Guided tours covering several sites are bookable.

What was filmed in Mongolia?

The Pyongyang train station and train interior scenes were recreated using real trains in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Filming overall spanned six months across South Korea, Switzerland and Mongolia with a budget of US$20 million.

Most fans planning a pilgrimage will get the most from a Swiss day trip built around Iseltwald, Sigriswil and Lungern, where the sites remain intact and easy to reach. Korean locations reward a different kind of traveler: Hallasan and the Hantan River Skybridge are genuinely scenic destinations in their own right, while Taean offers region and atmosphere rather than surviving sets.

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