Velký Blaník
A legendary mountain significant to the Czech nation, known for the myth of the Blaník Knights. It features a lookout tower with panoramic views, hiking trails, and the remains of a Celtic hillfort.

📜 A legendary mountain significant to the Czech nation, symbolizing hope and a better future.
⛰️ Famous for the legend of the Blaník Knights and a lookout tower with panoramic views.

Why Go

✨ Explore a mountain of significant cultural and historical importance
⚔️ Discover the legend of the Blaník Knights sleeping within the mountain
🔭 Climb the Hussite-shaped lookout tower for nearly circular views over half of Bohemia
🚶‍♀️ Hike marked tourist trails and an educational trail 'S rytířem na Blaník'
🗿 See natural rock formations like 'čertovy mísy' (devil's bowls)
🌿 Explore remains of a massive Celtic hillfort
💎 Visit a geological exhibition along the educational trail

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Free parking available at the foot of the mountain
📍 Located near Dům přírody Blaníku (House of Nature of Blaník) when approaching from Kondrac

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naturehikinglookout-towerhistorical-sitelegendgeologyceltic-history