Gangwon

Hongcheon River Ice Fishing Festival

홍천강 꽁꽁축제

This edition has ended. These dates describe the past event; a future edition has not been confirmed on this page.

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Dates
Venue
Hongcheon River Area
Address
Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Hongcheon-gun Hongcheon-eup Galmagok-ri 85 Sinjangdae-ri, Hongcheon River Area
Admission
Paid
Organizer
Hongcheon-gun / Hongcheon Cultural Foundation
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About the festival

The Hongcheon River Ice Fishing Festival, held every January in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province, features ice fishing that can be easily enjoyed by people of all ages, as well as barehanded trout catching. There is also a family indoor fishing area that is very popular with children, where they can see and fish at the same time. Experience the thrill of catching the most delicious ginseng trout weighing 800g and special large ginseng trout, along with various activities such as an ice sledding area, traditional thatched house scenery that evokes rural charm, a winter folk playground, and local restaurants offering a variety of food and entertainment.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization · TourAPI

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