Velká Deštná
Mountain peak
Parking available
Velká Deštná is the highest peak of the Orlické Mountains (1115 m), featuring a modern lookout tower opened in 2019 that provides fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding Czech and Polish mountain ranges. The summit is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists.

📜 Highest mountain of the Orlické Mountains, 1116 m (3,661 ft) elevation.🔍 Features a 19m steel and wood observation tower, opened in 2019. # Why Go⛰️ Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Rychnovsko, Polish mountains, Krkonoše, Ještěd, and other Czech and Polish mountain ranges.🏆 Voted 'Most Beautiful Lookout Tower of 2019'.🚶 Easy access via Jiráskova mountain path from Šerlich.🌲 Explore ridge bog with unique flora and fauna in Jelení lázeň Nature Reserve.🚶‍♀️ Popular destination for hikers and cyclists of all levels. # Cost💰 Admission to the lookout tower and summit is free. # Hours🕒 Observation tower and shelter open year-round.☕ Small buffet available at mountain rescue hut near the summit on weekends. # Getting There🅿️ Parking and bus stop available at Šerlich saddle.💧 Discover a small spring with excellent water half a kilometer below the summit.🚶‍♀️ Consider the educational trail 'Po hřebeni Orlických hor' with 11 stops.🛡️ Mountain rescue service hut provides year-round shelter from bad weather.