◆ A picnic-style bakery festival in the woods
First introduced in October 2024, the Forest Bakery Market has expanded each year and has drawn strong interest, with more than 20,000 visitors attending a single event. This year’s festival will be held under the theme, “The moment forest scent meets the aroma of bread — the most atmospheric day for all five senses.” Organizers said visitors can get out of the city to enjoy a lawn picnic and walks while sampling breads and desserts from across South Korea.
With interest in desserts rising amid the popularity of baking competition programs, organizers expect larger crowds than in previous years. The venue will include photo spots and rest areas aimed at younger visitors and families. Beyond food sales, the festival will also feature a handicraft flea market, live busking performances and simple baking experiences.
◆ Easy access by subway, with a push to support local businesses
Organizers credited the event’s growth to its accessibility, promoting it as a “bread trip by subway.” Visitors from the Seoul metropolitan area can reach Chuncheon via the Gyeongchun Line, and the forest setting is intended to set it apart from city-based festivals.
Elysian Gangchon said it partnered with bakery platform “Bbangjisullae” to produce a special “bakery tour map” for Chuncheon, aiming to promote local bakeries and boost dessert tourism. The organizer said the event will help expand sales channels for local businesses and small merchants while giving visitors a chance to discover new local brands.
An Elysian Gangchon official said the festival will offer an upgraded program as a lifestyle event combining nature, food and relaxation, and expressed hope that many people will visit Chuncheon again this spring.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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