Hnědý vrch Lookout Tower
Rozhledna Hnědý vrch
Fee required
Parking available
Highest lookout tower in Krkonoše, offering 360° panoramic views of Sněžka and surrounding peaks, accessible by chairlift and serving as a hiking starting point.

📜 Highest lookout tower in Krkonoše, 31 meters tall with a viewing platform at 27 meters.
🔍 Built in 2009, reopened July 1, 2024 after renovations, features 138 stairs to its triangular observation deck.

Why Go

⛰️ Enjoy unparalleled 360° views of Sněžka, Luční hora, Studniční hora, Orlické hory, and Jeseníky
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for families and children, designed to ease traffic on Sněžka's peak
🚠 Easily accessible by the Pec pod Sněžkou – Hnědý vrch cable car
🥾 Excellent starting point for various hiking trails, including 8 km and 16 km routes
🆓 Free entry for all visitors to the tower itself

Why Avoid

🪜 Involves climbing 138 stairs to reach the observation platform
⚠️ Chairlift access may be affected by strong winds, malfunctions, or power outages

Cost

💰 Free entry to lookout tower; chairlift tickets are separate (e.g., adult return 160 CZK).

Hours

🕒 Lookout tower generally open May to October, 9:00 - 16:00. Chairlift operates daily in summer (July-August 9:00-18:00) and on weekends/holidays in shoulder seasons.

🅿️ Parking

Lower chairlift station is about 1 km walk from Zelený potok parking.