Gangwon Drive

Hoengseong Dam to Pungsuwon Cathedral Drive

A water and culture drive from Hoengseong Dam lake to Korea's first hanok-style cathedral at Pungsuwon.

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Course Overview

A 30 km cultural drive starting from the broad waters of Hoengseong Dam to Pungsuwon Cathedral, Korea's first hanok-style church.

Pungsuwon Cathedral, built in 1907 in Western architectural style, stands out with its red brick facade in a remote mountain village.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Hoengseong Dam (approx. 5 km)

Admire the harmony of lake and mountains from the dam observatory.

Section 2: Dam to Ucheon-myeon (approx. 12 km)

Quiet country roads with canola flowers in spring and cosmos in autumn.

Section 3: Ucheon-myeon to Pungsuwon Cathedral (approx. 13 km)

Enjoy the serene atmosphere of the mountain village cathedral.

Driving Tips

  • Hoengseong Dam observatory: free access
  • Pungsuwon Cathedral: free visit (check mass schedule)
  • Combine with Hoengseong Korean Beef Festival (October)
  • Watch speed on quiet country roads

Course Info

Distance

25.2 km

Duration

50 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Gangwon Hoengseong

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Hoengseong DamViewpoint

Hoengseong's main dam with lake and mountain scenery

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Pungsuwon CathedralViewpoint

1907 red brick cathedral in a remote mountain village

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