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Bukhansan Dulle Trail Section 1 ([북한산 둘레길] 1 소나무숲길 )

Bukhansan Dulle Trail Section 1 ([북한산 둘레길] 1 소나무숲길 )

30406     2024-01-04

12 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Bukhansan Mountain is a mountain representing Seoul, which 5 million people visit every year. It is not easy to hike up to the top, but the dulle trail allows one to enjoy the beauty of the mountain without too much effort. Bukhansan Dulle Trail is a low-lying, horizontal walking trail created by connecting and refining existing side paths, allowing for a leisurely walk along the foot of the mountain. The Pine Forest Trail, one section of the trail consisting of 21 themes, is 2.9 kilometers long from the entrance to Uiryeong Trail to the top of Solbat Neighborhood Park. It is filled with majestic pine trees, and the road is wide and gentle, making it a perfect place to enjoy a walk. Most of the section is shaded by trees, so visitors can feel cool while walking up even on hot summer days.

Hoengseonghosugil Trail (횡성호수길)

Hoengseonghosugil Trail (횡성호수길)

0     2023-12-28

40 Taegi-ro gubang 5-gil, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

With the completion of the Hoengseong Dam in 2000, an artificial lake called Hoengseong Lake was created, and a total of 31.5 kilometers of six courses were created around the lake. Hoengseonghosugil Trail is divided into themes, Course 1 Hoengseong Dam Road (Hoengseongdae-Daegwandae-ri 3 km, about 1 hour), Course 2 Neungseon-gil (Daegwandae-ri-Hoengseong Hot Spring 4 km, about 2 hours), Course 3 Healing Road (Hoengseong Hot Spring-Hwajeon-ri 1.5 km, about 1 hour), Course 4 Contemplative Path (Hwajeon-ri - Manghyangui Hill 7 km, about 2 hours 30 minutes), Course 5 Family Road (Manghyang's Garden 9 km, about 3 hours) and Course 6, Hoesanggil (Manghyang's Garden - Hoengseong Dam, 7 km, about 2 hours and 30 minutes). Among them, the 5-section Family Road (9 km) is a great course to enjoy Hoengseong Lake up close fully and is the only course that returns to the starting point. Course A, which starts and returns from the Garden of Paradise, has three observatories with an expansive view of the shadows reflected on the picturesque lake and cute sculptures everywhere. Course B (4.5 km) continues with a trail full of forests. Hoengseong Lake Shelter Observatory has a panoramic view of the lake and a colony of aspen trees. Section 5 of Hoengseonghosu-gil was selected as an “open tourist destination” by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2020, and barrier-free circulation was completed for some sections (parking lot-family rest area).

High1 Ski Resort (하이원리조트 스키장)

137585     2023-12-28

500, High1-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

High1 Ski Resort is equipped with lifts and ski slopes for beginners as well as intermediate and advanced skiers, providing an enjoyable environment for the whole family. It is also designed to be the most environmental-friendly ski resort in the nation. Preserving the mountain while making the slopes, in spring various wild edible greens are seen and in summer many wild flowers bloom, making the resort an eco-travel attraction all year round. The revolving restaurant at the mountain top, 1,340 meters above sea level, provides an amazing view of the surrounding area with one full rotation every hour.

Welli Hilli Park Snow Park (웰리힐리파크 스노우파크)

Welli Hilli Park Snow Park (웰리힐리파크 스노우파크)

50021     2023-12-27

451, Gowon-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Opened in December 1995, Welli Hilli Park is a resort complex located over 48.6 million square meters around Sulibong Peak in Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do. The park is located in a region that often experiences heavy snow, providing the perfect skiing environment. Welli Hilli Park offers state-of-the-art facilities including gondolas that are able to transport 20,000 skiers per hour, and an automatic snow-management system. Guests are assured of a pleasant experience thanks to the efforts of the resort's customer satisfaction team.

Welli Hilli Snow Park offers a total of 20 slopes, including seven internationally certified slopes. The snow park is especially popular among snowboarders and was the first ski resort in Asia to host the World Snowboard Championships in 2009. Snowboarders can use the large-scale half-pipe and fun park, while skiiers enjoy the mogul course. Outside of the winter ski season, guests can enjoy golfing at the public greens.

Uijeongbu Curling Stadium(의정부 컬링경기장)

Uijeongbu Curling Stadium(의정부 컬링경기장)

0     2023-12-22

136, Cheyuk-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

Curling is one of the most well-known winter sports. Uijeongbu Curling Stadium has a curling sheet built according to international standards, so it is often used by athletes, both domestic and international. The stadium is also notable for being open to the general public, so everyone can try curling or even take part in practice matches. Shoes, protective equipment, and stones are available for use.
The “Uijeongbu City Tour,” operated by the city of Uijeongbu, takes you around the city's major tourist attractions and includes a curling experience at the Uijeongbu Curling Stadium. The tour allows you to take a course on curling, then practice what you’ve learned through an experience program.

Yongpyong Ski Resort (용평리조트 스키장)

Yongpyong Ski Resort (용평리조트 스키장)

221560     2023-12-22

Yongsan-ri, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Yongpyong Resort is situated at the center of Korea’s Baekdudaegan Mountain Range, and sees an average of 250 centimeters of snowfall per season, which makes for excellent skiing conditions. Not only that, the resort’s enormous 17,000,000 square meter complex includes a 45-hole golf course, gondolas, swimming pool, and other facilities. This all-season recreational complex allows visitors to escape from daily life and relax.

Yongpyong Resort has impressive ski slopes, including the popular Rainbow Slopes, and offers excellent facilities for skiers. The resort's Dragon Plaza offers a variety of services for skiers and snowboarders.

Yongpyong Resort has hosted a number of international competitions, including the World Cup Ski Competition and the Asian Winter Games. It is consequently one of the most popular ski resorts in Korea, and is frequented by many tourists.

Alpensia Ski Resort (알펜시아리조트 스키장)

Alpensia Ski Resort (알펜시아리조트 스키장)

196771     2023-12-08

325 Solbong-ro, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Alpensia Ski Resort has six slopes for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy. Runs as long as 1.4 kilometers provide a dynamic experience for both beginners and experienced skiers and snowboarders. There is also an area exclusively for advanaced snowboarders to practice their skills. Alpensia is not just for winter enthusiasts; the year-round resort transforms the lower, Apron Area, of the mountain into a 100,000 ㎡ wild flower garden during summer months.

High1 Haneulgil Trekking (하이원 하늘길 트레킹)

High1 Haneulgil Trekking (하이원 하늘길 트레킹)

1     2023-12-07

265-1 High1-gil, Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

High1 Haneulgil Trekking trails were created using the Baegunsan Mountain hiking trail and roads used by coal miners in the past. The trekking trails consist of Mureungdowongil, Untangodogil, and Gowonsupgil trails. The trails are easy enough even for children to hike up. Once visitors reach the top, they can get down conveniently on the Sky1340 mountain gondola.

Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall Stamp Tour (서울 한양도성(스탬프투어))

Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall Stamp Tour (서울 한양도성(스탬프투어))

54435     2023-11-23

42 Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1864

Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall is a 18.7 km-long trail that encircles the old capital city of Hanyang, covering Bugaksan, Inwangsan, Naksan, and Namsan Mountains. The urban trekking course provides the opportunity to see Seoul's history, culture, and nature all at once, including four large gates, four small gates, and 169 cultural heritages. To enjoy the trail even further, take part in the stamp tour. Travelers who complete the full trail, collecting stamps and taking pictures at the designated locations will recieve a completion certificate.

Morundae-gil Trail [Haean Nuri-gil] (해안누리길 몰운대길)

Morundae-gil Trail [Haean Nuri-gil] (해안누리길 몰운대길)

2     2023-11-13

734 Dadae-ro, Saha-gu, Busan

Morundae-gil Trail, starting from Noeuljeong Pavilion and covering the coast of Morundae Peninsula, is a perfect location to watch the sunset. Memorable attractions along the trail include the point where the Nakdonggang River flows into the southern sea, walking through a coastal pine forest, and the views of many small islands dotting the sea.