Poledník Lookout Tower
Informační středisko Poledník
Fee required
A former secret military surveillance tower in Šumava National Park, now converted into a popular lookout point offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness.

📜 A former secret military surveillance tower in Šumava National Park.
🔍 Now a popular lookout point offering stunning panoramic views.

Why Go

🏞️ Experience unique panoramic views of the Šumava landscape, including distant Alps.
💡 Discover a former top-secret military installation with rich history.
♻️ Support an ecologically operated facility powered by solar panels.

Why Avoid

🪜 Final ascent to outdoor platform is via a steep metal ladder.
🚧 Outdoor platform floor is a grate, potentially challenging for fear of heights.
🐾 Pets are not allowed inside the building.
👨‍👧 Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tips

🎒 Bring snacks and plenty of water.
🧥 Wear warm clothing, as it's always colder on the summit.
⏰ Busiest hours are typically between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Cost

💰 Adults 120 Kč for tower and outdoor platform, 60 Kč for tower only; discounts available.

Hours

🕒 Daily, hours vary by season; closed April and November.

Toilets

🚻 Mobile toilets are available on site.

Amenities

🍔 Small buffet, souvenirs, and informational materials available.