Praděd Observation Tower
Rozhledna Praděd
Experience a unique hotel, restaurant, and observation tower at the summit of Praděd, offering panoramic views and year-round activities in the Jeseníky mountains. It's the second-highest point in the Czech Republic, accessible by elevator.

📜 Observation tower within the Praděd TV transmitter complex, atop Praděd mountain (1492 m a.s.l.).
🔭 Observation deck at 1562.8 m a.s.l., second highest point in Czech Republic, accessible by elevator.

Why Go

✨ Panoramic views from 73m high tower
🍽️ Dine at Czech Republic's highest-altitude restaurant
🚴‍♀️ Year-round activities: hiking, cycling, skiing
🏨 Unique hotel and hostel accommodation

Why Avoid

🐾 Pets not allowed in restaurant or accommodation
❄️ Harsh climate with average annual temp below 1°C
⚠️ Complex access: permit for cars, winter transport needed

Tips

🗓️ Best views in autumn and winter
🚗 Arrange car permit/winter transport 2-3 days in advance
⛓️ Snow chains mandatory for winter driving

Cost

💰 Adult entry 180 Kč, child 100 Kč. Winter transport extra.

Hours

🕒 Observation tower daily, 8:00-18:00 (summer), 8:00-16:00 (winter). Restaurant hours vary.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Access via Hvězda parking lot. Permit required for direct access (summer) or to Ovčárna (winter).
🅿️ Parking fees apply, designated areas only.