Kleť Mountain
Hora Kleť
Kleť is the highest peak of the Blanský Forest, featuring the oldest stone lookout tower in the Czech Republic, an astronomical observatory, and a nature reserve. It offers panoramic views and can be reached by a chairlift.

📜 Kleť Mountain: Home to the oldest stone lookout tower in the Czech Republic.
🔭 Discover an astronomical observatory and a diverse nature reserve.

Why Go

⛰️ Reach the summit via a scenic chairlift from Krasetín.
👀 Enjoy panoramic views of Šumava mountains, Budějovice basin, and even the Alps.
🚶‍♀️ Explore marked trails within the Kleť Nature Reserve.
🍽️ Grab a bite at Tereziina chata, a log cabin mountain hut with a restaurant.
🌌 Visit the Kleť Observatory, which has discovered over 1019 asteroids.
🛴 Rent scooters for an adrenaline-filled descent.

Getting There

🚠 Single-seat chairlift from Krasetín village.
⏱️ Chairlift ride takes about 20 minutes, covering 1752 meters and 346m elevation.
🚲 Chairlift can transport bicycles and skis.

Managed By

🌳 Operated by AOPK ČR - RP Jižní Čechy.

Checklist

⏰ Suggested visit time is approximately 1 hour.

Why Avoid

🚫 Entry to the nature reserve is permitted only on marked trails.

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naturemountainlookout towerhikingobservatorynature reserverestaurant