Komorní hůrka Volcano
Sopka Komorní hůrka
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Komorní hůrka is the youngest volcano in the Czech Republic, a national natural monument famously studied by J. W. Goethe, offering guided tours into its historic exploratory adit.

🌋 National natural monument, youngest volcano in the Czech Republic.
🔬 Site of historical geological debate, featuring Goethe's exploratory adit.

Why Go

🌋 Explore a significant geological site where the authenticity of volcanoes was proven.
🚶‍♀️ Take a guided tour into Goethe's Adit, an exploratory tunnel.
📜 See the basalt rock outcrop with Goethe's carved relief.
💨 Witness mofettes, subtle carbon dioxide emissions.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Educational trail currently destroyed, though main quarry and adit are accessible.
💤 Might feel too quiet or small if expecting a dramatic volcanic landscape.

Cost

💰 Guided tour: 100 Kč (full price), 50 Kč (reduced price).

Hours

🗓️ Guided tours available on pre-announced dates; Goethe's Adit accessible several times a year.

Getting There

📍 Located near Cheb (2 km walk) and Františkovy Lázně (3 km walk).
🚶‍♀️ Accessible by foot via red or blue tourist routes.
🚌 Public transport available to Komorní Dvůr.

Tickets

🎟️ Book online or purchase at Františkovy Lázně Information Center.

Information Center

ℹ️ Information center located at the southwest edge, new visitor center planned.