It’s easy to say, “We must protect the natural environment,”
but we rarely have a chance to show the nature that needs to be protected directly to our children who are born and raised in cities.
For them to realize nature’s preciousness, including the moist land,
the murmuring river water, the ripples on the waterside sparkling brightly and resembling the color of the sky,
and the vegetation and forests changing colors with the seasons.
“Actions speak louder than words”; thus, it would be best for them to see and feel the nature directly.

This tour course is prepared for parents who want to teach their children the importance of true recreation
and nature conservation at the same time.
It can be enjoyed in Yeongwol, a natural eco-learning site where the whole family can relax in nature
and stay among the mountains and rivers in harmony.
Be, Bridge, a Korea Quality (KQ)-certified accommodation complete with a natural promenade in front of the Donggang River
and an indoor swimming pool, has been selected as the accommodation.

Be, Bridge, a KQ-Certified Accommodation

in Yeongwol that Connects Nature and Relaxation

If you turn your back to Yeongwol downtown and follow the Donggang River and the mountain birds,
you will cross a narrow bridge leading to Be, Bridge, a fort in the forest.
Thanks to the spacious area equipped with elements for relaxation,
children bored from the long ride and parents who are tired of daily activities cannot help but smile as soon as they arrive.
Sculptures such as deer, bears, and puppies symbolizing nature are placed here and there,
and the trail leading down to the river is arranged safe and clean,
allowing you to go down and dip your hands in the river.

The excitement of traveling always starts with check-in.
Be, Bridge has prepared enough to see and enjoy even from the check-in site.
On the first floor, you can see that even the simple resting area is decorated in a delicate
and stylish way, and the diner located next to it can easily be mistaken for a restaurant.

When you go up to the second floor, there is even a public swimming pool where you can swim with the river
and mountains on either side, which may leave your heart pounding because you may not know which to enjoy first before you unpack.
Also, there is no need for guests to worry about virus infection concerns,
as private pension rooms equipped with swimming pools are available in the yard or inside the accommodation.

A Healing Vacation to Enjoy with Family and Nature Alone

Grand Pool Villa

* The swimming pool’s location in each room may vary depending on indoor
and outdoor conditions, so please confirm before making a reservation.

The Grand Pool Villa is full of things to enjoy, such as the best space composition,
barbecue areas, rest areas, indoor spas, and swimming pools.
The size is large enough for big families as well as couples to visit together.
Each floor is decorated with big glass windows,
allowing you to comfortably enjoy viewing the vast green nature of Yeongwol wherever you look.

The large usable space is also a big advantage.
If you go down to the first floor and out to the yard, a rest area where you can cook barbecue in the greenery is available,
and if you go down a few more steps, you’ll see a walking path leading to the river,
and you can enjoy the riverside if you prefer it over the pool.
The river water, which is clear even to the naked eyes,
is cool and transparent as if looking in a mirror.

Both the bedroom, decorated in soothing colors, and the kitchen, complete with everything you need, are also impeccable.
From the moment you fall asleep to the time to enjoy a hearty meal,
it feels like you have everything you need for a rest without having to leave the accommodation.
If you choose to stay inside the whole day,
be sure to leave the window open before going to bed to listen to the sound of wind and crickets in the forest.
Even without a single piece of music, your ears will be delighted. A day at Be,
Bridge is enough for a natural recreation you can enjoy once with your eyes and twice with your ears.

Our History Asleep in the Evergreen Forest

Pine Forest at Cheongnyeongpo, a Remote Island in the Mountains

Cheongnyeongpo is the place where Danjong, the sixth king of the Joseon Dynasty,
was exiled after his uncle King Sejo took the throne.
It is managed directly by Yeongwol-gun, and despite the short distance,
you can enter it by boat as you have to cross the river.
As historical, cultural assets that convey the emotion of sadness,
such as Nosandae, which shows the sorrow of King Danjong, astone tower built while longing for Queen Jeongsun,
and the Geumpyobi Monument that King Yeongjo built to protect the place from people outside, are scattered here and there,
you can study not only nature but also history as a bonus if you are a family traveler with children.

Cheongnyeongpo Pine Grove is a place where you can see the many faces of nature,
such as the horizontal mountain range as if it were cut with a ruler
and the curved mountain range in harmony with the small river.
It is crowded with tourists every day, but thanks to the people’s united hearts and minds in taking care of it,
not a single piece of garbage can be found anywhere on the trail.
To keep Cheongnyeongpo, the blue heart of Yeongwol,
always green, it is essential not only to have Yeongwol-gun’s efforts
but the sincerity of travelers to protect the nature together.
It is time that we pay attention to it so it can keep its appearance as it is now.

The Value of a Healthy Dining Table Prepared with Ingredients Born and Raised in Nature

Donggang Daseulgi

From the entrance of the store, a sign full of pride will greet you,
saying,“If daseulgi (marsh snail) is not produced domestically, you will get a 10 million won reward!”
Donggang Daseulgi is a restaurant that serves only marsh snails,
which were harvested from a clean and wide river and are hard to obtain in cities.
Representative menu items of the store include marsh snail pancake, marsh snail hangover soup,
marsh snail and soft bean curd jjigae, and marsh snail salad,
all with plenty of marsh snail. Foods with a nutty and savory scent are both delicious and plentiful.

The salted oysters made with plump oysters
and crunching pickled side dishes stimulate one’s appetite even without the main menu,
but it is difficult to give up the taste of the popping marsh snail.
The spicy and hot hangover soup and soft bean curd jjigae are recommended for adults,
and the crispy pancake is good for even children who are new to marsh snail to enjoy,
making the whole meal worth visiting for the whole family.

Here, you get a strong sense that the entire city of Yeongwol coexists with nature.
Travelers visiting by bus will feel it sharply because, upon arriving,
a magnificent mountain range stands behind the low-rise buildings.
Visiting Yeongwol is a trip with nature that we love from start to finish.
It is not until you go back home with your back to the lush green landscape
that you begin to feel the preciousness of this green nature.
I wonder if we adults have forgotten the importance of this environment
earlier than children who learn nature conservation.
I hope that Yeongwol can always keep its green appearance,
and I recommend making a trip to the green Yeongwol this time.