Kraví hora Lookout Tower (Kühberg)
Rozhledna Kraví hora (Kühberg)
Discover the Kraví hora Lookout Tower, an accessible steel observation tower offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Novohradské Mountains, Šumava, and even the distant Alps.

📜 A 37-meter steel observation tower and former military watchtower, built in 1988 and opened to the public in 2001.
🔍 Climb 130 spiral steps to its 32-meter high platform for sweeping 360-degree views.

Why Go

⛰️ Enjoy panoramic vistas of the Novohradské Mountains (Czech and Austrian sides), Šumava, Budějovická and Třeboňská basins, Slepičí hory, Kleť, and on clear days, even the Alps.
🗿 Explore unique natural rock formations, including the 10-meter 'Napoleon's Head' and a large stone sea on the southern foothills.
📜 Discover its rich history, originally a military observation post and the oldest lookout tower in the Novohradské Mountains.
🚶‍♀️ Located on the Via Czechia Southern route, ideal for hikers.

Cost

💰 Free entry for all visitors.

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ From Dobrá Voda: Follow the red tourist mark from the pilgrimage church of Panna Marie Těšitelky.
🚶‍♀️ From Hojná Voda: Take the green tourist mark from the central parking lot, forming a loop over Kraví hora.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking is available near the old cemetery or church in Dobrá Voda, and at the central parking lot in Hojná Voda.