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View of Český Krumlov's Old Town – Kleť Observation Tower loop from Český Krumlov

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View of Český Krumlov's Old Town – Kleť Observation Tower loop from Český Krumlov

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View of Český Krumlov's Old Town – Kleť Observation Tower loop from Český Krumlov

04:53

15.6km

590m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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215 m

View of Český Krumlov's Old Town

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This is an incredible city. I want to come back here again and again. The view from the arch bridge to the old town is probably the most amazing sight …

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283 m

Lávka pod Zámkem (Footbridge beneath the Castle)

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The Bridge under the Castle (Lávka pod Zámkem) is a wooden pedestrian crossing over the Vltava from the small island of Ostrově to the Latrán district with the Český Krumlov Castle.

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401 m

Castle Bridge with View of Český Krumlov Castle

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Good way to get some unusual photos of the tower. A stop is worthwhile.

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871 m

Old Town Alleys of Český Krumlov

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The old town is always worth a visit. Especially at the annual Rose Festival!

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1.13 km

Budweiser Gate

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The Budějovická Gate (Budějovická brána) was built between 1598 and 1602 on a rocky outcrop above the Polečnicí River. It is the youngest and only surviving gate of the original …

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Kleť Observation Tower

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The climb to the summit of the Klet is a real pleasure for those who like to climb. A first broad part with good percentages, just some stones that roll …

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15.2 km

Prokešova zahrada

Forest

15.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.71 km

3.93 km

2.83 km

2.36 km

1.21 km

596 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.51 km

3.01 km

2.76 km

1.70 km

1.64 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,060 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

Weather

Saturday 29 August

26°C

10°C

12 %

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August 7, 2023,Wanderung auf den Klet'

After the heavy rain yesterday afternoon we went from Český Krumlov to the Klet'.
The Kleť (formerly also Plánská hora, German Schöninger) is 1083 m highest mountain of the Blanský les (Blansk Forest) in the Czech Republic. The mountain is about 8 km north of the town of Český Krumlov and is a popular tourist destination.

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September 3, 2024,🇨🇿 ⛰️ Zwei schöne Urlaubstage in Südböhmen im (Alt-)städtchen Česky Krumlov mit ner kleinen Genuss😏Wanderung auf den Klet (1083 m)

Before we headed to the Bavarian Forest, we spent two days exploring the tranquil town of Český Krumlov in South Bohemia and its surrounding area. It was a dream, and I admit I wasn't thrilled about it at first, BUT I ended up (to put it mildly) very impressed by the old town. That's why I'm making the tour public, …

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May 21, 2025,Wanderung auf den Klet' (Schöninger)

A beautiful panoramic view can be enjoyed from the 18-meter-high observation tower on Klet'.

Info: At 1,083 meters, Kleť is the highest peak in the Blanský les Mountains in the Czech Republic. The mountain is located approximately 8 km north of the city of Český Krumlov and is a popular tourist destination. Kleť was once a favorite hunting ground for …

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View of Český Krumlov's Old Town – Kleť Observation Tower loop from Český Krumlov

View of Český Krumlov's Old Town

Lávka pod Zámkem (Footbridge beneath the Castle)

Castle Bridge with View of Český Krumlov Castle

Old Town Alleys of Český Krumlov

Budweiser Gate

Kleť Observation Tower

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