Milešovka Mountain
Milešovka – královna Českého středohoří
Mountain peak
Milešovka is the highest and windiest peak of the Bohemian Central Highlands, offering exceptional panoramic views from its historic meteorological observatory and lookout tower. Known as 'Thunder Mountain', it's a popular hiking destination and a national nature reserve.

⛰️ Highest and windiest peak of the Bohemian Central Highlands.
🔭 Offers exceptional panoramic views from its historic meteorological observatory and lookout tower.

Why Go

🏞️ Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views, once praised by Alexander von Humboldt.
🌬️ Experience the second windiest place in Czech Republic, known as 'Thunder Mountain'.
🚶‍♀️ Explore marked hiking trails for all levels, from steep to easy.
🔬 Visit the oldest mountain meteorological observatory in Czech Republic (built 1903).
🌲 Discover a protected national nature reserve.

Cost

💰 Lookout Tower: Full admission 50 Kč, reduced 30 Kč.
🆓 Open Days (March 23rd & early Nov): Free admission to observatory & lookout tower.
🆓 Emergency shelter (Veberova nouzovna) is free for overnight stays.

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ Accessible only on foot via marked trails.
🔴 From Milešov: Steep & very demanding path.
🔵 From Černčice or Velemín: Significantly easier route.
🟢 From Bílka: Easier approach with larger parking below the village.
🚫 Cargo cable car serves observatory only, not for public use.

Facilities

🔭 Lookout Tower: Viewing platform accessible from Nov 2024, with small meteorological museum.
🍽️ Chata Milešovka: Provides food & drinks with a view.
🛌 Veberova nouzovna: Emergency shelter (since Dec 2020), capacity 10, modest conditions, free.

Events

🗓️ Open Days: Held twice a year (around March 23rd & early Nov) with guided tours.
👥 Guided tours for groups (20+ people) can be arranged.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Summit accessible only on foot, some trails are very demanding.
💨 Can be extremely windy, especially at the summit.
⛈️ Experiences the most storms in the country, earning its 'Thunder Mountain' nickname.

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mountainhikingnatureviewpointlookout towerobservatorynatural reserve