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Jeongseon Railbike (정선레일바이크)

Jeongseon Railbike (정선레일바이크)

.0M    2022-12-23

745, Nochusan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-563-8787

Jeongseon Railbike was the first railbike location to open in Korea. Offering both two- and four-person bikes, riders depart from Gujeol Station and travel 7.2 kilometers along an abandoned railway track to Auraji Station. The tracks pass along the clean river, through a forest, and through old train tunnels decorated with vibrant lights.

The track of Jeongseon Railbike is relatively flat, making it easy for all riders to enjoy the passing scenery in comfort. The full track takes about 30~40 minutes to complete. After arriving, visitors can hop aboard the train that takes riders back to Gujeol Station. There are cafes at Gujeol and Auraji Stations designed to look like a grasshopper and a fish, respectively. These train cafes make for great photos! The Ant Pension also is fun, designed just like an ant.

Auraji Lake (아우라지)

Auraji Lake (아우라지)

4.6Km    2022-12-26

69, Auraji-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1544-9053

Auraji is the name of a lake located in Yeoryang-myeon in Jeongseon-gun. It is here that Jeongseon Arirang, the Intangible Cultural Asset of Gangwon-do, originated. The area has long been famous for its beautiful, clean mountains and rivers. Its name is derived from the Korean word eoureojida, meaning "to meet" as the waters of Pyeongchang and Samcheok unite in this area.

Part of the upper stream of Namhangang River, Auraji was a famous starting point of log rafts transporting timber to Hanyang, the original name of Seoul. In the old days, one could always hear the singing of boatmen who came from all over the nation. The lyrics of Jeongseon Arirang reveal the sadness and longing of a woman awaiting her husband who left for business to a far-away place or left to transport timber.

Jeongseon Arirang Training Hall (정선아리랑 전수관)

4.6Km    2021-07-21

69, Auraji-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2897

Jeongseon Arirang is an important intangible heritage of Korea, being designated Gangwon-do Intangible Cultural Asset No. 1, as well as recorded as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heriatge. The song was created in the late Goryeo dynasty by seven worshippers of the dynasty who settled in Jeongseon. The song was made to help the local scholars understand Chinese poetry, and to express the stories and emotions to the locals. The Jeongseon Arirang Training Hall was established to preserve and promote this history, as well as develop the local folk culture. The hall is located by the Auraji riverside at the point where Songcheon and Goljicheon Streams meet. The facilities are comprised of three buildings, divided into an exhibition area, and a experience area. In the experience area, visitors can learn how to perform Jeongseon Arirang by official holders of the intangible heritage. Programs are free but require advance reservation.

Mojeongtap Trail in Nochusan Mountain (노추산 모정탑길)

Mojeongtap Trail in Nochusan Mountain (노추산 모정탑길)

5.8Km    2024-03-18

1679-8 Daegi-ri, Wangsan-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Nochusan Mountain, part of the Taebaek Mountain Range, derives its name from the ancient Chinese states of Lu (No) and Zou (Chu). This naming commemorates the area's historical significance as a place of study for two of Korea's great scholars: Seol Chong from the Silla period and Yi I from the Joseon era. The Mojeongtap Trail on Nochusan Mountain is noteworthy for its 3,000 stone towers, erected by an elderly mother in honor of her children. The term “Mojeong” signifies a mother's love for her children. 

Gangsol [Korea Quality] / 강과 소나무 [한국관광 품질인증]

Gangsol [Korea Quality] / 강과 소나무 [한국관광 품질인증]

11.0Km    2024-06-26

31-57 , Joldeuru-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3757-1147

The River and Pine Pension, located in Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do, is a comfortable resting place for visiting travellers, and offers breakfast, brunch and full-course barbecue dinner. Residents can also use the first floor cafe during their stay, and during the summer can enjoy water play in the clear stream in front of the pension.

Romyzian Garden (로미지안 가든)

Romyzian Garden (로미지안 가든)

11.4Km    2024-12-11

12, Eodowon-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-562-3382

Romyzian Garden is a 330,000 square-meter garden located at Hwabong Peak in Gariwangsan Mountain, Jeongseon. Chairman Zin-ick Son of L'BESTE Group began creating this garden in 2011 for his ill wife. Zian was the pen name of President Son, and Romy was the nickname of his wife, inspiring the name "Romyzian Garden." In 2017, the garden was opened to the public to offer warm-hearted comfort and inspiration to more people. Moments of healing, introspection, and contemplation unfold in the garden. The first building that welcomes visitors is called Bible II of Lifetime. Here, you can find the first message in Romyzian Garden to its visitors, “The time to look at my true self.” At the first crossroads stands the Tower of Lifetime, made from 500 to 600-year-old Canadian cedar. The structure symbolizes the life cycle of birth (green), youth (red), and death (black). Gasibeosi (an old Korean word for 'married couple') Castle, the garden's iconic landmark, is like an observatory as it offers expansive views of the surrounding mountains. The 4.5-hour Arahan Valley Pilgrimage Trail and the Geumgang Pine Forest Park offer moments of quiet contemplation. The 150-million-year-old limestone clusters, called the "SKy of the Aura" are not to be missed. Additionally, the garden features a cozy café for a relaxing coffee break and accommodation facilities for those wishing to stay overnight.

Park Roche Resort & Wellness (파크로쉬 리조트앤웰니스)

Park Roche Resort & Wellness (파크로쉬 리조트앤웰니스)

11.6Km    2024-12-13

9-12 Jungbong-gil, Bukpyeong-myeon, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-1111

Park Roche Resort & Wellness, run by Resort HDC, is a top-notch wellness resort in Korea. Its location boasts the clean and beautiful nature of Gangwon-do with its mountain, valleys, and waterfalls. The resort operates premium wellness programs, including expert-guided wellness programs, healthy gourmet dishes made with local ingredients, and unique healing programs amidst pristine nature.
The resort won first place in the T+L Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023 hosted by the globally renowned travel magazine Travel+Leisure; and was chosen as a recommended wellness tourist destination by the Korea Tourism Organization and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It is a true companion that carefully guides you so that you can experience the best wellness journey.  

Anbandegi Village (안반데기 마을)

Anbandegi Village (안반데기 마을)

11.7Km    2024-05-24

428 Anbandegi-gil, Wangsan-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Anbandegi Village is a mountainside village located at an elevation of 1,100 meters. The village name is a combination of the words "anban," which refers to the large and oval wooden platform used when pounding rice cakes, and "degi," which means flat land. Most of the village lands are covered with cabbage farms formed along the mountain slope. The steep slopes make it impossible to use farm machinery, which means all the cabbages farms are the result of manual work by the villagers.

Sugamgyegok Valley (숙암계곡)

Sugamgyegok Valley (숙암계곡)

13.0Km    2024-02-28

Danim-gil, Bukpyeong-myeon, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

Sugamgyegok Valley, stretching 10 kilometers long, meanders around Sangwonsan and Gariwangsan Mountains. The roads flanking the valley are favored destinations for scenic drives. One of the valley's key features is the Sugamsaem Spring, known for its clear and cold water. Upstream, a 20-meter-tall waterfall stands as a prime attraction, complemented by the historical Sugamseowon Confucian Academy. The valley is lush and verdant in spring, transforming into a vibrant display of red fall colors in autumn. Visitors can follow the hiking trails to fully immerse themselves in the stunning scenery of the valley.

Yongpyong Golf Club (용평 골프클럽)

Yongpyong Golf Club (용평 골프클럽)

14.5Km    2022-12-29

715, Olympic-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1522-3111

Yongpyong Golf Club offers the best private golf course in the nation, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. who is a famous golf course designer. Each hole has fantastic scenery and varied course changes. Yongpyong Golf Club is a desired golf course among golfers as all the courses are built with Western grass which has excellent texture and greenery tones. Also, the difference between highs and lows is about 70 meters, which is considered the proper amount.