Amálka Lookout Tower
Rozhledna Amálka
A modern lookout tower offering panoramic views of the Orlické hory and Poland, featuring an on-site bistro and accessible via family-friendly nature trails.

🔭 A modern lookout tower at 750m elevation, opened in July 2020, offering panoramic views from a 5-meter-high platform. It's located at the top of Ski Lift A in České Petrovice and includes a stylish bistro.

Why Go

🏞️ Enjoy panoramic views of Orlické hory, Králický Sněžník, Jeseníky, Rychlebské hory, Žamberecko, and even Poland.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly events in summer, including night climbs, meteor shower viewing, and grill parties.
🎉 Participate in popular summer events like the Summer Season Opening, Perseid meteor observations, and Night ascents.
⛪ Visit the nearby Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary with a simple viewing platform.
🐾 Dogs are welcome.

Hiking

🚶‍♀️ Access the tower exclusively on foot from three directions.
🌳 The shortest and most engaging route for children starts from the bottom station of ski lift B at Sportareál, following the 'Naučná stezka Království přírodních sil' (Nature Trail Kingdom of Natural Forces) with six interactive stations.
👶 This path is also suitable for strollers.
🌲 Another popular hiking route leads from Vlčkovic, initially by road and then through a forest and meadow, also ideal for cyclists.
🗺️ A third path originates from Kašparova chata, passing through the 'vojáci' area and then through the forest.

Why Avoid

⛰️ Southern views are limited by the 35-meter higher forested Adam hill.

Cost

💰 Admission to the lookout tower is voluntary and free.

Hours

🗓️ The viewing basket is accessible every day, all year round.
🍔 The bistro operates primarily on weekends during summer months, specifically every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Parking available at Sportareál České Petrovice.

🍔 Food

🍽️ Stylish bistro located inside the lookout tower, offering refreshments like lemonade, draft beer, and ice cream.
🔥 Outdoor and indoor seating areas are available for relaxation.

🛌 Accommodation

🏕️ Glamping accommodation 'Nebespaní' available a few meters below the tower.