Gangchon Rail Park Gyeonggang Railbike (강촌레일파크경강레일바이크)

16.4Km 2024-10-30

57 Seobaek-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Gangchon Rail Park Gyeonggang Railbike is a leisure sport facility located in the area around the previous Gyeonggang Station. The railbike course stretches for 8 kilometers from the old red brick station through forests and across the Bukhangang River before returning to Gyeonggang Station. The full course takes around 1 hour to complete and operates in 1 hour 30 minute intervals. A key point to this railbike is that they offer pet bikes as well, something not found at other railbike locations throughout Korea.

Gyeonggang Makguksu (경강막국수)

16.4Km 2024-03-20

62-4 Seobaek-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Kyunggang Makguksu is a Korean restaurant specializing in suyuk (boiled pork slices) and makguksu (buckwheat noodles). Their suyuk (boiled pork slices) is renowned for its chewy yet tender texture, free from any gamey odor. The makguksu, made with 100% buckwheat noodles, is mixed with musaengchae (julienne radish fresh salad), vegetables, and seasoning for a rich, savory flavor. Additionally, they offer a course menu featuring homemade dubu (bean curd), suyuk, gamja jeon (potato pancake), and makguksu.

Gyereuk (계륵)

16.7Km 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.

Jade Garden (제이드가든)

17.6Km 2022-12-22

80, Haetgol-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-260-8300

Jade Garden is an exotic arboretum established with the theme of “small Europe in the forest.” It was built on an area of 163,500 m2 by keeping its natural topography and establishing 24 themed gardens. This European-style arboretum comprises Italy’s Tuscan-style Visitor Center at the entrance, English Border Garden, and Italian Wedding Garden built with Italian style of garden and waterway. It also has three walking paths -Namunaeum-gil, Danpungnamu-gil, Supsokbaram-gil. Namunaeum-gil in the middle of the arboretum is paved with woodchips and has good accessibility to the theme gardens. Danpungnamu-gil located at a high ground is a quiet trail, while Supsokbaram-gil is surrounded by thick trees and an ideal walking path in the summer season. Each walking path requires 40 to 60 min each way, and they are connected in the middle of the trails. Each path begins from the Visitor Center and ends at the White Garden or Sky Garden at the top of the arboretum. Visitors can take a rest at a cafe, restaurant, and souvenir shop. The nighttime operation is available depending on the season, and the shuttle bus runs between Gulbongsan Station of the Gyeongchun Line and the Arboretum.

d.forest (강아지숲)

18.3Km 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.

Miramonti Pool Villa Pension (가평미라몬티풀빌라펜션)

18.8Km 2024-12-13

1364-59 , Gahwa-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Miramonti Pool Villa Pension is located in Buk-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do and has beautiful mountain views to the front and back. There is one private pension and three pool villa pensions. The private pension has five rooms and four bathrooms and can accommodate up to 30 group guests. There is a private outdoor swimming pool in the front yard and an indoor jungle gym. Pool villas are all two-story structures equipped with a lukewarm indoor pool. The rooms are equipped with a kitchen, a barbecue area, and a bathtub. Nearby tourist attactions include Nami Island and Petite France.

Jarasum Jazz Festival (자라섬재즈페스티벌)

19.1Km 2023-05-24

1-1, Daljeon-ri, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-581-2813~4

The Jarasum International Jazz Festival is held every October on the beautiful Jaraseom Island in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do. During the festival, world-famous jazz artists come together to delight audiences with the smooth vibes of live jazz.

As a Green Life Honorary Ambassador, the festival is also passionate about environmental protection. In order to share the external growth with the community, the festival holds Gapyeong Band Contest, publishes Gapyeong Restaurant Guidebook, and produces Jazz Makgeolli and Jazz Wine made from the region’s produce.

The Stay Hotel (더 스테이호텔)

19.5Km 2024-12-20

73 , Bonap-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-5711

The Stay Hotel in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi-do is in a peaceful spot where Gapyeongcheon Stream meets the Bukhangang River, with Mount Bonapsan behind it. Local facilities such as Gapyeong-gun Office, Gapyeong Market, Gapyeong Station on the Gyeongchun Line and Gapyeong Bus Terminal are all within a convenient 2km radius. Jara Island, where the annual Jarasum Jazz Festival is held, is 4 minutes by car, while Chuncheon Nami Island is a 10-minute drive away.

JARA ISLAND (자라섬)

19.8Km 2024-10-31

60 Jaraseom-ro, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8078-8028

JARA ISLAND takes its name from its view of a hill resembling a terrapin, "jara" in Korean. Comprising four smaller isles—Dongdo, Seodo, Jungdo, and Namdo—the island is being developed with leisure and ecological park amenities. Jungdo features a sprawling cultural park, centered around a lush grassy plaza that spans over 100 meters in diameter. Meanwhile, the west end of the Jarasum Campground is home to Ewhawon, a park designed to immerse visitors in natural ecology. Beyond its renown as a prime camping destination, Jara Island has also gained fame for hosting the Jarasum International Jazz Festival annually since 2004.

Han River Walk (한강수계 걷기행사)

19.8Km 2024-09-11

60 Jaraseom-ro, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-458-3315

The Han River Walk is a walking event that takes place at various locations along the Hangang River, including Dumulmeori in Yangpyeong-gun, and Jara Island in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do; Soyanggang River in Chuncheon-si, Gangwon State; Binaeseom Island in Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do; and Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul. Participants can expect to enjoy light exercise in beautiful natural settings, as well as earn a completion medal. In addition to walking, the festival dates will feature a range of additional events for a lively environment.

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