Velký Lopeník Observation Tower
Rozhledna na Velkém Lopeníku
Fee required
Parking available
Shelter
Drinking water
Observation tower on Velký Lopeník, the 3rd highest peak of the White Carpathians, on the Czech-Slovak border. Built in 2005 as a symbol of Czech-Slovak friendship, it offers panoramic views.

📜 Observation tower on Velký Lopeník, the 3rd highest peak of the White Carpathians (911m), on the Czech-Slovak border.
🔍 Built in 2005 as a symbol of Czech-Slovak friendship, offering panoramic views.

Why Go

🔭 Enjoy expansive panoramic views from the 22m high tower
🚶 Explore several well-marked hiking routes
🤝 Visit a symbol of Czech-Slovak friendship
🏕️ Utilize amenities like a shelter, fireplace, and water spring
🕊️ Observe paragliders on the Slovak side
🎖️ Commemorates WWII soldiers

Why Avoid

🌲 Surrounding trees partially obstruct views from the top
⚠️ One route may have an electric fence for cattle in summer
🚧 Wooden structure requires ongoing maintenance

Tips

🎒 Bring your own refreshments as local services are limited
🅿️ Parking available at Mikulčin vrch ski area or Chata Lopeník
🗓️ Tower is open year-round, but the ticket booth operates seasonally

Cost

💰 Adults 50 Kč, children 25 Kč, ZTP free (in season).

Hours

🕒 Open year-round; ticket booth open daily 10:00-18:00 in season.

🅿️ Parking

Available at Mikulčin vrch ski area or near Chata Lopeník.

🚻 Toilets

Dry toilets available.