Hongcheon Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(홍천))

19.6M 2024-07-11

1124 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Hongcheon's Palbongsan Mountain, reaching an elevation of 328 meters, is distinctive for its profile resembling eight peaks aligned side by side. The hiking trail predominantly features rocky sections that require careful navigation, including parts with rope-assisted climbs and steep ladders. For this ascent, essential hiking gear such as gloves and sturdy shoes are more advisable than tools like hiking poles.

Resort & Pension Pooreum (펜션푸름)

1.7Km 2025-11-06

132-11 Palbonggangbyeon-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

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This is the pension where NCT stayed overnight during the filming of “NCT LIFE in Chuncheon & Hongcheon.” Here, the members enjoyed a memorable time together, swimming, playing games, and relaxing. Resort & Pension Pooreum is also conveniently located near Vivaldi Park, making it a fantastic choice for families.

Village 736 (빌리지736)

4.5Km 2024-12-13

206-9 , Noil-ro, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3270-2947

Village 736 is a self-contained private pension situated in Hongcheon, Gangwon-dong, with breathtaking views of Geumhaksan Mountain in back, Hongcheongang River in front, and the foothills of Soeppulbong Peak in the distance. Apart from the family guest building, which is a private pension on the first floor, all of the buildings have a three-story structure, with a kitchen and an outdoor deck on the first floor, a living room and a bathtub on the second floor, and a bedroom on the third floor. There is an outdoor swimming pool in the center of the pension. Each guest building has its own barbecue area, and barbecue sets can be ordered. Complimentary breakfast such as sandwiches are provided to guests.

Gyereuk (계륵)

4.7Km 2024-12-23

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This restaurant specializes in sutbul dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken) made with native Korean chicken. Here, the sutbul dakgalbi is made with salt-based marinade, enhancing the chicken’s savory flavor even without a sauce. Conveniently located between Chuncheon and Hongcheon, it is an ideal stop if you’re planning to visit both areas.

d.forest (강아지숲)

4.7Km 2024-11-08

437 Chunghyo-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

d.forest is the largest dog park in Korea at approximately 99,173 ㎡. It has various attractions to enjoy, together with visitor's pet dog, including museum, walking trails, playground and more. The museum focuses on the theme of human and dogs living in harmony. The museum provides pet waiting room for owners to enjoy the exhibition without distraction. Various walking trail courses are available with age and physical condition of the dog in mind. A large and small playground where dogs can play without leashes are available as well as a cafe with drinks for dogs, market and more.

Vivaldi Park Ski World (비발디 파크 스키월드)

5.7Km 2024-10-24

262 Hanchigol-gil, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-4888

Vivaldi Park Ski World attracts ski lovers with their one-day skiing and nighttime skiing options as well as offering large accommodation facilities. The condos provide direct access to the ski slopes, adding more convenience for visiting this ski resort. There are 12 ski slopes, one gondola and 10 lifts for optimal enjoyment. Vivaldi Park Ski World also hosts various competitions, providing excellent slope and snow conditions for all visitors from beginners to winter sports enthusiasts.

Sono Belle Vivaldi Park Ocean World (소노벨 비발디파크 오션월드)

5.7Km 2025-10-23

262 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-4888

Vivaldi Park's Ocean World boasts over twenty attractions, offering a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Inside, visitors can enjoy a wave pool, lazy river, slides, and open-air baths. The outdoor area features a large wave pool, which serves as a venue for diving shows and DJ performances, with the wave starting every hour marking a highlight of the visit. Beyond the thrilling rides, the park provides all necessary amenities, including food options, cafés, and a sauna, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Luge World – Vivaldi Park (루지월드–대명비발디파크)

5.7Km 2025-10-28

262 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

A luge is a cart ride driven downhill on a track. Vivaldi Park in Hongcheon offers Luge on its ski slopes during summer, spring, and fall. It is popular as a leisure sport to enjoy high speed even in the off-season when skiing is not possible. Guests of Vivaldi Park Resort can receive discounts, and Luge World guests may also use resort facilities. Tickets are sold based on the number of times one will ride. It is available to anyone between the ages of 3 to 64, and children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

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This is the place where the NCT members completed missions to earn dinner in “NCT LIFE in Chuncheon & Hongcheon.” At night, the track lights up with colorful illumination, adding a unique ambiance to the racing experience.

Mogok Bambeol Recreation Area (모곡밤벌유원지)

7.8Km 2024-02-19

133 Bambeol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Mogok Bambeol Recreation Area is a popular spot for summer vacationers. Nestled between the picturesque Palbongsan Mountain and the crystal-clear Hongcheongang River, it offers an ideal setting for camping, water activities, and fishing. The shallow waters near the area provide a safe environment for children to play. The site is open for public access at no charge, and visitors are permitted to cook on-site. Equipped with amenities such as restrooms and a convenience store, it's a popular choice for campers.

Healience Seonmaeul (힐리언스 선마을)

8.2Km 2025-10-23

122 , Jongjasan-gil, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-4148-8713

Healience Seonmaeul sits on Jongjasan Mountain in Hongcheon, Gangwon-do. It was built at 250 meters above sea level as it was inspired by the high altitude of longevity villages worldwide. In the beginning, it was developed as the first wellness center in Korea and has now become a well-aging and healing resort. The village is led by Dr. Si-hyung Lee, the most renowned psychiatrist and bestselling author in Korea. The village runs scientific and well-designed health experience programs and offers immune-boosting meal plans under the guidance of professional instructors (Lifestyle Habit Improvement team). It helps you enjoy optimum rest, which cannot be experienced in cities, by detoxing from the digital world (free from the Internet, mobile phones, and the outside world) and experiencing intentional inconvenience. There are ten manually-created, beautiful trekking courses and eco-friendly facilities here. Healience Seonmaeul was chosen as a healing tourist destination by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2011. In 2014, it was also chosen as the first privately-operated healing forest, a first in Korea.

*Gifted natural environment: Located in a scenic forest at 250 meters above sea level in Hongcheon, Gangwon-do.
*Top-tier team of experts: Excellent instructors, led by serotonin expert Dr. Si-hyung Lee, along with a team of fitness trainers and professional nutritionists.
*Eco-friendly space: Rooms have a courtyard, and a skylight allow guests to enjoy the courtyard and see stars at night through the windows. There are ten manually created trekking courses.
*Healthy natural meal: Low-sodium, healthy meals without artificial additives or trans fats.
*Various additional facilities: A spa (carbonated spring), Rock Sauna, Forest Yurt (a place for meditation), and Kiva (a space for communication).
*2011: Chosen as one of 'Korea’s 10 Healing Courses for Themed Tourism" by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
*2014: Chosen as the first healing forest owned by a private company, chosen by the Forest Income Division of Gangwon-do Provincial Government
*2015: Chosen as a business site for a sodium reduction project by Hongcheon-gun
*2017: Selected as one of 25 Wellness Sites by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization
* Selected as a pilot-certified establishment by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism for the Korea Quality initiative.

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