Jeongseon County to Reopen Gariwangsan Cable Car on August 1 to Welcome Summer Tourists

Jeongseon County Resumes Operations as Ecological Restoration Is Completed
Normal Service to Begin After Ticket Office Remodeling in Mid-August
Reopening Ceremony and Welcome Event Scheduled for September 12

The Gariwangsan Cable Car, a major tourist attraction in Jeongseon County, will resume operations on August 1. Service, which had been suspended, is set to restart as construction on the slopes near the intermediate station—part of the Gariwangsan ecological restoration project led by Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province—has been completed.

A panoramic view of the Gariwangsan Cable Car. Provided by Jeongseon County

Jeongseon County anticipates that the reopening will allow visitors returning during the summer holiday season to once again enjoy the beautiful forest landscapes and pristine natural environment of Gariwangsan Mountain.

However, as the remodeling of the existing ticket office is expected to be completed after mid-August, cable car operations will initially run on a temporary basis to accommodate visitors.

During the temporary operation period, the county will utilize the second-floor '1561 Cafe' as a provisional ticket office and waiting area. Guiding facilities will also be installed along visitor routes to ensure the safety and convenience of all guests.

Once remodeling of the ticket office is finished, full-scale normal operations will commence with upgraded facilities and an improved service environment. The newly renovated amenities are expected to further enhance visitor satisfaction by providing greater convenience and comfort.

To commemorate the reopening, Jeongseon County has also prepared a special welcome event for tourists. Scheduled for September 12, the event will feature a ceremony marking the resumption of cable car operations, along with cultural performances, promotional programs, and hands-on activities designed to offer a diverse array of attractions for visitors.

Shin Wonsun, head of the Jeongseon County Tourism Bureau, said, “We are grateful to local residents and tourists who have patiently awaited the resumption of Gariwangsan Cable Car operations during the closure. Starting with the temporary reopening on August 1, we will ensure the remodeling of the ticket office is completed without delay, so we can provide an even more convenient and pleasant user experience.”

View of Gariwangsan Cable Car. Provided by Jeongseon-gun

He added, “On September 12, we plan to celebrate this new beginning for the Gariwangsan Cable Car with many people and further promote tourism in the region.”

Meanwhile, the Gariwangsan Cable Car remains Jeongseon County’s leading tourist destination, offering panoramic views of the area’s magnificent forests and unrivaled natural scenery. Even after formal operations resume, Jeongseon County intends to actively work on revitalizing regional tourism by linking the cable car with a variety of other tourism content.

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