📜 Volcanic mountain range, third youngest in Czech Republic.
🔍 Home to 11 protected bird species and unique pseudokarst Dwarf Rocks.
🐦 Observe specially protected and endangered bird species.
🌳 Explore a unique ecosystem with rare flora and fauna.
💎 Discover world-renowned hyalite (glass opal) deposits.
🚶♀️ Enjoy walks in accessible peripheral parts and scenic educational trails.
⚠️ Over half of the mountain range is an inaccessible military training area.
🚫 Tourist trails are limited to peripheral parts.
☔️ Be prepared for muddy conditions after rain.
⏱️ Suggested visit duration: 2.0 hours.
🗓️ Public events occasionally offer rare access to military zone parts.
💰 Free of charge.
🌋 Volcanic origin, third youngest in Czech Republic.
💎 World-renowned hyalite (glass opal) deposits.
🔍 Unique Dwarf Rocks National Nature Monument with pseudokarst cavities.
📜 Theories include mythological dwarfs, ancient tree trunks, or selective weathering and water erosion.
🛡️ Over 33,000 hectares, largest military training area in Czech Republic and Central Europe.
🚫 Generally inaccessible to public; tourist trails limited to peripheral parts.
🎯 Crucial training ground for Czech Army, foreign armies, and Integrated Rescue System.
🔫 Features extensive shooting ranges like Mětikalov and Březina.
🏞️ Accessible northern edge, home to spa town Kyselka.
📜 Famous for mineral springs (Ottův pramen, Rudolfův pramen) and rich spa history (Heinrich Mattoni).
🚶♀️ Educational trail through picturesque rock formations and ravines.