Korea Winter Trip, Andong Hahoe Village

A Deeply Felt 6-Day Winter Trip in Korea (Gyeongnam & Gyeongbuk)

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6-Day Korea Winter Trip Itinerary — Gyeongnam & Gyeongbuk

This Korea winter trip moved through places that were cold in weather but warm in spirit —
the quiet simplicity of Jirisan Mountain, the deeply moving history of Namhae’s German Village,
the vibrant living harbor city of Tongyeong, the gentle warmth of democracy in Bongha Village,
the stubborn Confucian legacy of Andong, and finally, a Catholic shrine where silence brought closure.

Korea Winter Trip

Namhae (Entries 2–3)

Tongyeong (Entries 4–5)

Bongha Village (Entry 6)
Democracy, citizenship, and memory

Pyeongsan Bookstore (Entry 7)
A former president’s quiet dream

Andong Hahoe Village (Entry 8)

Andong Hahoe Village Guide 2026: A Remarkable And Timeless Journey Into Korea’s Living Past

Andong Travel Guide (Entry 9)

Andong Travel Guide 2026 — A Timeless And Poetic World Of K-Drama Filming Locations (Manhyujeong, Gosanjeong And Woryeonggyo)

Andong Traditional Food (Entry 10)

Andong Traditional Food Guide 2026: Unforgettable Must-Eat Dishes And Legendary Drinks

Hotel in Andong and Highway Rest Stop Food (Entry 11)

A Perfect Ending To A Winter Road Trip 2026 — Best Hotels In Andong And Korean Highway Rest Stop Food

Full itinerary
https://enko.co.kr/korea-winter-trip/

🌏 Before You Head Out to Korea Winter Trip

Before you head out, be sure to download Naver Map — Korea’s most reliable navigation app. 🌍
It provides accurate walking, driving, and public transportation directions in English, making your travels easier and more enjoyable.

🗓️ January 8 (Wed) — Sejong → Sancheong

👉 Nature + Korean medicine + winter festival + glamping — a perfect start:

For a deeper look into our Sancheong journey, check out:
👉 https://enko.co.kr/sancheong-travel-guide/

A place where you can feel both the beautiful winter scenery of Jirisan and its sharp, cutting winds at the same time.
Dried persimmons made in the cold Jirisan wind are especially delicious, and thanks to the festival, we were able to buy them at a very reasonable price.

🗓️ January 9 (Thu) — Sancheong → Namhae

👉 A day of contrast — from a traditional village to an exotic German-style town

The stories of Korean miners sent to Germany, condensed memories of the pain of Korea’s modernization after the war.
The beautiful village they built left a strong impression.

The German Village felt unusually warm, both in sunlight and atmosphere.
But inside the exhibition hall, you come face to face with Korea’s painful modern history.
Beautiful scenery and heavy history remained side by side in memory.

For a deeper look into our German Village, check out:

Ultimate Guide to Namhae German Village (2026): A Heartfelt Piece of Germany in South Korea

German Emigration Exhibition Hall (Namhae): The Resilient Story Behind Namhae German Village

🗓️ January 10 (Fri) — Namhae → Tongyeong → Gimhae

👉 Tongyeong’s highlights in one full day

Pretty villages, a charming harbor, and a lively market filled with flapping fish — a vivid scene of everyday life.
Tongyeong was bustling with tourists and full of energy.
A small but solid city where you can directly experience the turtle ship of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, the hero of the Japanese invasions of Korea (Imjin War).

For a deeper look into the Tonyeong Travel Guide, check out:

Tongyeong Travel Guide (Part 1): A Beautifully Defended Coastal City Where History and Art Breathe

Tongyeong Travel Guide (Part 2): 5 Unforgettable Things to Do in Tongyeong — Villages, Food, and Everyday Life

🗓️ January 11 (Sat) — Gimhae → Andong

👉 A day that made my heart ache

Bongha Village, where former President Roh Moo-hyun rests,
a leader who elevated Korean democracy to the next level.
After his passing, the memorial was built by the hands of grieving citizens.

For a deeper look into Gimhae Bongha Village, check out:

Gimhae Bongha Village 2026: A Remarkable Legacy Of Democracy, Citizenship, And Memory

Visiting Pyeongsan Bookstore, quietly run by former President Moon Jae-in after retirement,
I felt my chest tighten with emotion.
In the evening, we visited Manhyujeong Pavilion, a filming location for Mr. Sunshine.

🗓️ January 12 (Sun) — Andong Tour

Korea Winter Trip

👉 A day to feel the weight of tradition

A clan village stubbornly preserved by the Ryu family,
a representative yangban lineage of the Joseon Dynasty.
Along with its beauty, there was also a sense of rigid exclusiveness toward outsiders.

Gosanjeong and Woryeongjeong were especially beautiful,
and Andong’s signature dishes — salted mackerel and heotjesabap — were incredibly satisfying.

🗓️ January 13 (Mon) — Andong→ Boeun→ Sejong

Most of the road leading there was mountainous, and the frozen surface made the drive honestly quite difficult.
That’s why the sight of the unique and beautiful church upon arrival
felt like a reward for all the hardship.

👉 A closing route that moves from Andong’s quietness
👉 to the deep silence of Boeun
👉 Ending the journey not with “sightseeing,” but with reflection and space

This journey through southern Korea reminded me that winter travel isn’t about comfort — it’s about clarity, warmth found in unexpected places, and the quiet moments that stay with you.

🍜 Next Destination: 

More detailed travel stories from each destination will follow in the next posts: Sancheong Travel Guide 2026: A Peaceful And Authentic Wellness Journey, Jirisan Healing And Gotgam.

A quiet afternoon walk through Bukchon Hanok Village — where traditional Seoul reveals its slower, more reflective side.

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