Práchovna Tower in Kolín
Práchovna
Fee required
Discover the historic Práchovna Tower in Kolín, a 15th-century fortification offering panoramic views of the Elbe River, St. Bartholomew's Church, and the city center.

📜 A historic late Gothic tower, protected as a cultural monument.
🔍 Originally a 15th-century fortification, it now serves as a popular lookout point with 77 steps to the top.

Why Go

🏰 Explore an 18-meter high landmark, once a watchtower and gunpowder storage
🔭 Enjoy unique panoramic views of the Elbe River, St. Bartholomew's Church, Kolín's historic center, Masaryk Bridge, and even distant mountains on clear days
📚 Learn about its rich history, from a defensive outpost to a waterworks
🚶‍♀️ Ascend 77 steps to the accessible lookout point, renovated in 2006

Hours

🗓️ April - October: 08:00 - 20:00 daily
🗓️ November - March: 09:00 - 17:00 daily
🚫 Entry not possible outside stated operating hours

Cost

💰 20 CZK per person
🪙 Entry via coin-operated turnstile (accepts 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 CZK coins; no change provided)

Why Avoid

⚠️ Entry requires exact coins, as the turnstile does not provide change
⏱️ Visit is relatively short, approximately 0.5 hours

Managed By

🏛️ Město Kolín (City of Kolín)

📍 Location

📍 Located on the Zálabí Rock, standing as a dominant feature opposite Kolín's old town