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Vochlice Lookout Tower: A Historic Vista

Climb the historic Vochlice Lookout Tower for panoramic Czech countryside views. Open seasonally, offering a rewarding vista after a short climb.

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The Vochlice Lookout Tower, near Vroutek-Podbořany, offers panoramic views of the Czech countryside from a historic stone structure built in 1881. A climb up the tower reveals sights of the Horní Střela Nature Park and Chyše Castle.

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Local tips

  • Check the opening hours and key availability in advance, as the key is held at a separate location.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for the climb up the 53 steps to the viewing platform.
  • Bring binoculars to enhance your viewing experience of the surrounding landscape.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Vroutek or Podbořany, take a local bus towards Mlýnce. Bus lines 745 and 768 serve this route. Check local transport schedules for the most up-to-date information. From the bus stop in Mlýnce, it's a walk of approximately 1.5 km to the tower. A single bus fare costs around 20-30 CZK.

  • Walking

    From the village of Libyně, the Vochlice Lookout Tower is accessible via a scenic walking trail. The walk is approximately 2 km and takes around 30-40 minutes. Follow the marked path leading uphill towards the tower. There are no specific costs involved, but wear appropriate footwear for the terrain.

  • Driving

    From Vroutek, drive towards Mlýnce. Limited parking is available near the tower. Be prepared for a short walk uphill from the parking area to the tower. Parking is free. Note that road conditions may vary, especially during winter.

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Vochlice Lookout Tower, situated near Vroutek-Podbořany in the Czech Republic, is a charming destination for those seeking scenic views and a touch of history. The stone tower, approximately 15 meters tall, was originally built in 1881 by a Czech tourist association, drawing inspiration from the red towers on Lubenec's coat of arms. Constructed using basalt, quartz, bricks, and red sandstone, the tower has undergone extensive renovations to ensure its accessibility to visitors. Ascending the 53 steps to the 11-meter-high viewing platform rewards visitors with views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Horní Střela Nature Park and the distant Chyše Castle. The tower's location on Vochlice hill provides a vantage point over the Rakovník Uplands. The tower is open from April 27 to October 28, 10 AM to 5 PM. During opening hours, the key is available in the Church of St. Giles in Libyně. Outside of these hours, the key can be collected from the stained-glass company shop at Chýšská 109, Lubenec.

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