Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival (얼음나라화천 산천어축제)
The Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival, held annually in winter in Hwacheon-gun, Gangwon-do, is a representative winter festival of Korea. The highlight of the festival is ice fishing for sancheoneo (mountain trout) on the frozen Hwacheoncheon River, boasting pristine nature. It offers the thrill of catching fresh sancheoneo along with the excitement of reeling them in. Beyond fishing, a variety of experiential programs and attractions are available, including bare-handed sancheoneo catching, ice sledding, snow sledding, ice sculpture exhibitions, and displays of works by international artists, ensuring enjoyment for all ages. The festival significantly contributes to the economic revitalization of the Hwacheon region during its duration, and visitors can also savor various local delicacies made with sancheoneo. It has established itself as a festival where people can fully enjoy the romance and fun of winter amidst Hwacheon's clean natural environment. The festival typically runs for three weeks, starting in early January.
| Address | 강원특별자치도 화천군 화천읍 산천어길 137 |
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| Phone | 1688-3005 |