여주 홀츠가르텐(holzgarten)
Discover Holzgarten, a charming café near Mok-A Museum in Yeoju, offering authentic German brezels (pretzels) and specialty coffee in a spacious, red-roofed building with a private garden.
위치 28, Imunan-gil, Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
전화 0507-1434-9401
주차 Private lot adjacent to Holzgarten (approx. 25 cars)
영업시간 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
A Red-Roofed Sanctuary for Brezel Lovers
Nestled across the Mok-A Museum in Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju, Holzgarten—meaning “wooden garden” in German—invites visitors with its rustic charm and warm hospitality. Beyond the welcoming façade lies what makes this café truly special: authentic German brezels. Known widely as “pretzels” in the U.S., the German “brezel” has a rich tradition that resonates through the airy texture and deep, savory aroma of each freshly baked piece.
Yeoju has quietly blossomed into a haven for diverse and character-filled cafés, and Holzgarten joins the ranks of local favorites like Mui Forest with its commitment to “difference within sameness.” Despite visiting during the Lunar New Year, the café remained open, offering a spacious interior with high ceilings connecting two wings, while a carefully landscaped outdoor garden is in the making, promising to add another layer of charm.
Holzgarten’s brezels are as delightful as they look. Despite offering a variety of baked goods, only three types of brezels remained during our visit—testament to their popularity. Priced between KRW 3,500 and 5,000, these generously sized brezels deliver a satisfying texture and depth of flavor, leaving you thinking, “It’s been a while since I’ve had a pretzel this good.
Signature drinks, like the Mandel Cream Latte, complement the brezels perfectly, with most beverages ranging between KRW 5,000 and 6,000—a pleasant surprise against rumors of steep prices. Sitting in Holzgarten’s wide, connected spaces while enjoying a crisp brezel and a warm drink brings a sense of quiet satisfaction that’s hard to find elsewhere.
If there’s one wish for Holzgarten, it would be for a refreshed interior. Slight updates to the coffee bar and the seating ambiance could elevate the experience even further, aligning the aesthetics with the quality of their offerings.
Directly opposite Holzgarten lies the Mok-A Museum, a hidden gem recommended by locals. Founded by a master woodcarver and recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the museum is dedicated to preserving and advancing Korea’s traditional woodcarving. It’s a must-visit for those looking to enrich their Yeoju journey with a touch of cultural depth.
