The most important mountains of the Czech Rep
The highest mountains of the Czech and Moravian mo
The mountains in the Czech Republic do not reach any astronomical heights, but you will still find a number of interesting peaks here – both the highest mountains of the individual mountain ranges and mountains associated with myths and legends.
Sněžka
The highest mountain in the Czech Republ
Sněžka (1 603 m asl / previously shown as 1 602 m asl) is not only the highest mountain in the Giant Mountains, but also throughout the Czech Republic. With its slightly pyramidal appearance is recognizable from afar and really stands out among the other mountains being generally in the shape of protracted weathered ridges. Thanks to the cableway, generally easy access from villages in the Giant Mountain and its importance, there are always crowds of tourists for most of the time throughout the year. continue reading
Luční hora
The second highest mountain in the Czech Republic
Luční hora „Meadow Mountain“ (1 555 m asl) is not only the second highest mountain in the Czech Republic, but also the highest mountain, which falls into the „inland“ of state (the highest mountain Sněžka is located on the border with Poland). Along with the adjacent Studniční Mountain, however, these are basically only such bland ridges. It is officially forbidden to climb the Meadow Mountain continue reading
Studniční hora
The third highest mountain in the Czech Republic
Studniční Mountain (1,554 meters above sea level) is the third highest mountain in the Czech Republic. Together with the neighboring Meadow Mountain it is more flat ridges than dominant mountains such as the nearby Snezka. Access to the summit is not officially allowed. continue reading
Vysoké Kolo
The highest mountain in the western Giant Mountain
Vysoké Kolo „High Wheel“ (1,509 m above sea level) also known as Velký Šišák from Polish name Wielki Szyszak is the highest mountain in the western Giant Mountains and the fourth highest mountain in the Czech Republic. There is a mound on top. The original route to the summit is officially forbidden (unnecessarily). continue reading
Praděd
The highest mountain in Moravia
Praděd (1,491 m above sea level) is the highest mountain not only of the Hrubý Jeseník Mountains, but also of the whole of Moravia and Czech Silesia. On an otherwise very flat peak stands a tall transmitter whose peak is the highest artificial point of the whole Czech Republic continue reading
Lysá hora
The highest peak of Moravian-Silesian Be
This mountain is almost a symbol of Moravia and Silesia. Throughout the year, there are many tourists and many of them visit this mountain several times a year. The mountain offers stunning views of all directions and in good conditions is visible also Mala Fatra, High Tatras or Jeseník. continue reading
Klínovec
The highest mountain of the Ore Mountains
Klínovec (1,244 meters above sea level) is the highest mountain in the Ore Mountains. Unfortunately, at its peak is nowadays closed and desolate mountain hotel and lookout tower. However, the tallest building is a huge transmitter. The road leads to the top of the mountain, so it is easily and easily accessible. continue reading
Radhošť
The seat of the god Radegast
Radhošť (1129 m above sea level) is the seventh highest mountain in the Moravian-Silesian Beskydy Mountains and their westernmost one thousander. It is located at the end of the Pustevenský ridge about 6 km northeast of Rožnov pod Radhoštěm. According to legend, the Slavic god Radegast (god of the sun, war and victory) has its seat here. At the end of spring in Radhošť celebrated the summer solstice. At the top is another interesting building – Chapel of Cyril and Methodius continue reading
Smrk (Rychlebské mountains)
The highest peak of the Rychlebské Mountains
Rychlebské Hills are situated in the territory of Moravia and Silesia and Smrk (1 127 m asl) is their border. Near the summit itself there is a triangle of Moravia, Silesia and Kladsko. The peak is located in the Peat Bog Smrk and really goes through the peat bog full of blueberries. This is a beautiful quiet area, which is not as popular as the Jeseníky. continue reading
Smrk (Jizerské mountains)
The highest mountain in the Czech Jizera Mountains
The highest point of the Czech part of the Jizera Mountains is Smrk (1 124 m asl). Thanks to the lookout tower there is a nice view, otherwise the peak is extremely flat. continue reading
Kleť
The highest peak of Blanský les
Kleť (1,084 meters above sea level) is the highest peak of the Blanský Forest, part of the so-called Šumava foothills. It also falls into the PLA Blanský les. He is famous for the oldest stone lookout tower in the Czech Republic – the Josef Tower, with a beautiful view. With good visibility, the Austrian Alps are also visible. This mountain is also a well-known challenge for cyclists continue reading
Čerchov
The highest peak of the Bohemian Forest
Čerchov (1,042 meters above sea level) is the highest mountain in the Bohemian Forest. At the top you will find two large buildings – an observation tower and an even higher military tower. The peak is located in the southernmost part of the mountain range and is accessible by several hiking trails. continue reading
Ještěd
Mountain with a typical top
Ještěd (1 012 m asl) belongs among one of the most famous Czech mountains, mainly due to the famous transmitter with a restaurant on its top. Due to the fact that it significantly exceeds its surroundings, it also belongs among the great outlook points of the entire Lusetian Mountains, Macha region, but also to Germany and Poland. continue reading
Tok
The highest peak of Brdy
Tok (865 m above sea level) is the highest peak of the Brdy Mountains and the Central Bohemian Region. On its eastern slope is the former impact area of the military shooting range. Until December 2015, the Tok was located in a military area, moreover at the boundary of the impact area and was inaccessible to the public, yet it was and is frequently visited, as evidenced by the entries in the summit book. A wide fire ditch runs across the peak continue reading
Javořice
The highest peak of the Bohemian-Moravian Highland
Javořice is the highest peak of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands with a height of 837 meters above sea level. It is located 9 km from Telč. Several hiking trails lead to its top. At the top is a huge transmitter with 166 meters. In the surroundings of Javořice there is something to see, such as Míchova skála, ruins of castle Štramberk or unique castle Rotštejn. continue reading
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
Nine rocks
The highest mountain in Ždárské vrchy
Nine Rocks (836 m above sea level) is the highest point of Ždárské vrchy and at the same time the second highest in the entire Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. The peak is easily accessible along the blue and yellow hiking trails. There is a partial view 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
Kozákov
The highest peak of the Bohemian Paradise
Kozákov Hill (744 m asl) is considered the highest peak of the Bohemian Paradise. Thanks to the lookout tower on the top, it offers stunning views of all directions, not only the Giant Mountains and Bohemian Paradise. Thanks to the fact that the road leads to the top, he is literally besieged by tourists in nice days. Cyclists and paragliders also come here. Thanks to its location it belongs to the tourist circuits in the northern part of the Bohemian Paradise. continue reading
Skalky
The highest peak of the Drahanská Highlands
Skalky (735 m asl) is the highest peak of the Drahanská Highlands. Due to the fact that the local highland is in the form of long elongated ridge, the peaks are not significant. Even the highest Rocks can only be recognized by the rod pushed into the ground. It pays to come here just because of the huge radar, which is just a short distance away continue reading
Děčínský Sněžník
The highest table mountain in the Czech Republic
Děčínský Sněžník (723 m above sea level) is not only the highest mountain in the Děčín Hills but it is mainly the highest and largest table mountain in the Czech Republic. The mountain is also interesting because its edge is lined with high sandstone towers. From the edge of the table mountain there is an amazing view of all sides. You will also find one of the oldest look-out towers in the Czech Republic. 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
Zvičina
Beautiful outlook place of Sněžka
Zvičina (671 m asl) belongs among the highest peaks in Podkrkonoší („the foothills of the Giant Mountains“). On the flat top you will find beautiful Kostel svatého Jana Nepomuckého („Church of St. John of Nepomuk“) and Raisova chata („Rais tourist chalet“). There are beautiful views of the foothills of the Giant Mountains and Bohemian Paradise, but mainly of the Giant Mountains from here. But you must go down approx.100 meters below the summit. continue reading
Velký Blaník
Legendary mountain
Velký Blaník (638 m above sea level) is an important mountain to which is connected the famous legend about the Knights of Blanik. It is the highest peak of the protected landscape area. It is located in the Central Bohemian Region right next to the town of Louňovice pod Blaníkem. The peak itself is wooded, but fortunately there is an observation tower allowing a nice view of Central Bohemia continue reading
Devin (Pavlov Hills)
The highest peak of Pálava
Děvín (554m above sea level) is the highest peak of Pálava, respectively the whole of the South Moravian Carpathians. The top of Děvín is dominated by the TV transmitter. From Děvín is a beautiful view of the entire Pálava continue reading
