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Yangpyeong Paragliding Park (양평패러글라이딩파크)

Yangpyeong Paragliding Park (양평패러글라이딩파크)

10.3Km    2024-03-20

49 Dongmak-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Yangpyeong Paragliding Park is a place where one can fly freely in the sky at 862 m, the highest altitude available in Korea, and take a walk in the clouds. Tandem flights are available for two people as a group with a pilot, so anyone can enjoy a two-seat tandem flight safely. Visitors can choose from several courses, including a relaxing course flying without taking any photos, a couple course where two gliders fly close together, and a special course to learn how to pilot oneself. Aside from the relaxing course, all courses can take videos and photos, making it great for making memories. The duration is about 10 to 25 minutes. The park may be closed due to weather conditions such as rain or strong winds, so please check in advance before visiting.

Interactive Art Museum (인터렉티브아트뮤지엄)

Interactive Art Museum (인터렉티브아트뮤지엄)

10.9Km    2021-03-05

1655, Hoban-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Situated in Gapyeong, the city of peace and relaxation, Interactive Art Museum is the first of its kind to be opened in Korea. The museum displays artworks that incorporate state-of-the-art technology, offering unique and interactive art experiences to viewers, and distinguishes itself from regular art museums. Interactive Art Museum invites visitors to engage in art through interactive three dimensional artworks and illusory multimedia effects.

Mogok Bambeol Recreation Area (모곡밤벌유원지)

10.9Km    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)

Healience Seonmaeul (힐리언스 선마을)

11.0Km    2024-12-16

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.

Seohuri Forest (서후리숲)

Seohuri Forest (서후리숲)

11.1Km    2024-10-21

200 Geobukbawi 1-gil, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Seohuri Forest opened in 2014 with beautiful nature. The forest is comprised of a variety of tree species in different clusters, including pine nut, maple, metasequia, ginkgo, birch, and more. The forest features two walking paths, each taking around 30 minutes to complete.

Cheongpyeonghoban Maeuntang Village (청평호반 매운탕촌)

Cheongpyeonghoban Maeuntang Village (청평호반 매운탕촌)

11.2Km    2019-09-26

Hoegok-ri, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-584-7301

Cheongpyeonghoban Maeuntang Village is located on the shores of Cheongpyeongho Lake, designated a national attraction in 1943. The restaurants gathered here serve maeuntang (spicy fish stew), haemul tang (spicy seafood stew), sanchae jeongsik (set menu with seasoned wild vegetables) and many other traditional foods.

Natural Garden 529 (내추럴가든529)

11.3Km    2024-02-23

108-8 Naesuip-gil, Seojong-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Natural Garden 529, established in 2017, is nestled in a private garden that has been meticulously cultivated for seventeen years. Entrance requires a paid ticket, which doubles as a drink voucher redeemable at the café. The café offers a selection of beverages, including espresso, earl grey, and omija ade, alongside home-baked bread. It provides a perfect setting to enjoy a drink and converse with friends while soaking in the beauty of the garden, situated beside a tranquil river.

U Retreat (유리트리트)

U Retreat (유리트리트)

11.3Km    2024-10-30

1468-55 , Hanseo-ro, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-433-2786

U Retreat was designed by Kwak Hee-soo, a recipient of the Presidential Award of Korea Architecture Award, with the motif of a 21st century pavilion. The accommodation has only nine guest rooms. Every room is equipped with a spa bathtub and cooking facilities, including an infinity pool, barbecue area, and cafe.

Lemongrass Pension (레몬그라스)

Lemongrass Pension (레몬그라스)

11.4Km    2024-12-13

230 , Myeongseong-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-4792-3288, +82-10-9073-1301

Lemongrass Pension is a two-story private pension situated next to a clear stream at the foot of Sorisan Mountain in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi-do. It offers five rooms in various sizes that can accommodate groups from two to eight people. The Lemon Balm room for eight people has a fireplace and karaoke machine, giving you the feeling of staying at a vacation resort. The room is equipped with a kitchen and an exclusive indoor barbecue area. From the large front window, guests will be able to enjoy a stunning view of the beautiful mountain. Nearby tourist attractions include Vivaldi Park and the Wild Flower Arboretum.

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest (청평자연휴양림)

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest (청평자연휴양림)

11.7Km    2024-08-12

8-6 Bukhangang-ro 2246beon-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-584-0528

Cheongpyeong Recreational Forest boasts a pristine natural landscape, fresh mineral water, and leisurely walking trails for visitors to rest from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The sight of Cheongpyeongho Lake and the surrounding trees of different kinds offer beautiful varying landscapes throughout the year. The forest is a perfect location for family as well as group retreats.