The most beautiful volcanoes in the Czech Rep
The best of volcanoes in the Czech Republic
In the northwest of the Czech Republic, you will find a number of beautiful tertiary volcanoes in the picturesque areas of Central Bohemian Mountains, Lusatian Mountains, Kokořínsko, Macha Area and Bohemian Paradise. Most of them offer, thanks to their isolation, a great view of the surrounding countryside. Come and see the most beautiful of them
Milešovka
The highest mountain in the České Středohoří
Milešovka (837m above sea level) is a beautiful volcanic hill and the highest peak of the entire české Středohoří (Central Bohemian Uplands). At the same time it is considered to be the most windy mountain in the Czech Republic. Some days in the year are even seen alpine peaks from the top. continue reading
Luž
The highest peak of the Lusatian Mountains
Directly on the border with Germany stands the beautiful volcano – Luž (793 m above sea level). It is the highest peak of the Lusatian Mountains and a beautiful view of the surrounding volcanic hills. continue reading
Klíč
The most beautiful peak of the Lusatian mountains
Klíč „The key“ (760m above sea level) is the fourth highest mountain of the Lusatian Mountains, but certainly the most interesting. Its distinctive shape and loneliness make it dominant visible far away. continue reading
Ralsko
The highest mountain of Czech Tabule
The former volcano Ralsko (696m above sea level) is, thanks to its slightly hooked shape and dominant position, an easily identifiable hill also from a great distance. At the same time, it is also the highest point of the entire Ralská Highlands, respectively the Czech Table. Tourists do not spend a trip here just for the beautiful views, but also for the interesting ruin of the castle on the top. continue reading
Velký Bezděz
Hill with royal castle
Not to be a royal castle at the top, Velký Bezděz (604m above sea level) would be just one of the many volcanic peaks of the Ralská Highlands, although very distinctive and beautiful. Anyway thanks to the castle there is a great tourist traffic. If you want a little more peace of mind, go to his „little brother“ Malý Bezděz (577 m above sea level), which is right next to you. continue reading
Ortel
Volcano at the end of the Lusatian Mountains
Between Cvikov and the Sloup in Bohemia you will find an interesting Ortel volcano (554 m above sea level). Unfortunately, the peak is wooded, so you can enjoy limited views only from the ascent continue reading
Ronov
A beautiful hill with Ronov castle ruins
To the west of Holanské ponds stands the Ronov hill (552m above sea level), recognizable due to its beautiful shape from all sides. On top of hill you will find a nice ruin of the castle continue reading
Bořeň
Rockiest mountain in Czech Republic
At the very edge of the Bohemian Central Mountains is the most rockiest hill in the Czech Republic – Bořeň. His „brother“ – the well-known Devil's Tower, is located in the United States. It is the largest structure of its kind in Europe continue reading
Lovoš
Beautiful volcano over Lovosice
Lovoš a high hill, which rises near the town of Lovosice. At its peak is a hut KCT, which is open on weekends. The views of Lovoš are breathtaking. continue reading
Milá
The highest peak at Louny
Milá (510m asl) is a very photogenic hill near Louny. Mila is only a meter taller than a nearby hill Oblík. A blue hiking trail runs through the summit. The peak of the hill is protected within the nature reserve. continue reading
Oblík
The most picturesque hill of the Czech Republic
Only a few kilometers north of town Louny there is the picturesque peak Oblík (509 m above sea level). It is slightly higher than the other nearby famous Rana Volcano. For its really beautiful curved shape, it is a very interesting domination of this region. In the vicinity of the top there is the National Nature Reserve Oblík. A green hiking trail leads to the top. continue reading
Trosky
The highest hill of the Bohemian Paradis
Two-peak hill Trosky (488 m asl) is the highest point in the protected area of the Bohemian Paradise. It is well-known more for the ruins of medieval castle rather than for the basalt hill itself. It is also a beautiful outlook point of the entire Bohemian Paradise, Jestedsko-Kozákovský ridge and the Giant Mountains. continue reading
Vyskeř
The hill with a cross way
Hill Vyskeř (466 m asl) with a typical small chapel on the top towers over the surrounding countryside. Although it is one of the highest hills in the Bohemian Paradise, but the view from the top is now quite limited due to the high trees. Therefore, for someone may be even more interesting the ascent route leading along the cross way. continue reading
Mužský
The highest peak of Příhrazské skály
The highest peak of the southwestern tip of Bohemian Paradise is the Volcano Mužský (463 m above sea level). At its base you can find a basalt quarry. From the top there is a wide view. The best view is to the western direction of Máchuv kraj and the Lusatian Mountains. The ascent to the top is very simple, because its only couple of meters above the sandstone platform. The surrounding area is full of cherry tr, so it's nice to be here in the spring when everything blooms continue reading
Raná
The renowned center of paragliding
To the north of the town of Louny you can find an interesting three peaks mountain Raná (457m above sea level). This mountain is located in western part of the Bohemian Central Mountains and is very popular with paragliding enthusiasts. continue reading
Veliš
Terrific outlook of Jičín basin
Veliš hill (429 m asl) is one of the best outlook places throughout the Czech Paradise and it provides the best view of Jičín basin and town Jičín itself. You can well see from there also the ridge of the Giant Mountains and large part of the Elbe lowlands. The ascent to Veliš itself is easy, because it begins in the village of Podhradí situated in the pass below the peak. There was once a big castle, but only there are only remnants of it nowadays. continue reading
Lysá skála
The mysterious peak at Provodin
A very interesting peak in the Kokořín region is Lysá skála (419m asl), which, unlike other local hills, does not have a forested top. The hike path starts at Provodin and you will be rewarded with beautiful views from the top continue reading
Zebín
Landmark of Jičín basin
Nicely symmetrical hill Zebín (399 m asl) with an interesting quarry and old chapel on the top dominates the entire Jičín valley and is visible nearly from anywhere. From the top is a nice view of Trosky ruins, Ještěd, Veliš and numerous other surrounding landmarks. If the weather permits, there is also the view of the tops of Giant Mountains including the highest Czech mountain – Sněžka. If visibility is really good, you can see also the tops of the Lusatian Mountains. continue reading
Radobýl
A place associated with the poet K. H. Mácha
Radobýl is located between the towns of Litoměřice and Lovosice. At its peak there is the possibility to see rare protected butterflies in the summer months. Below the hill there is a complex of former Nazi weapons factory. Radobýl is, however, associated with the famous poet K. H. Mácha, when he saw Litoměřice burning from there, He ran for help and where he poisoned with water, which he drank during the fire and then he subsequently died continue reading
