The structure originally served as the number 11 support pylon for the world's second oldest cable car in Czechoslovakia, which operated until 2012.
The conversion project was completed in 2013 to preserve the historical industrial legacy of the mountain transport system.
The lookout is situated in the immediate vicinity of the 'Černá Hora' peat bog, a protected ecological zone with a wooden walkway.
During winter, the base of the tower is integrated into one of the most popular downhill skiing resorts in the region.
The Černá Hora lookout tower is a former cable car support pylon converted into a panoramic observation point located at an elevation of 1,299 meters. Situated within the Krkonoše National Park, it offers a 360-degree view of the highest mountain range in the Czech Republic. The tower stands at a height of 21 meters, with the viewing gallery accessible via an external spiral staircase. It serves as a navigational landmark on the plateau near the upper station of the Černohorský Express cable car. The construction incorporates industrial steel elements from the original 1928 cableway infrastructure. Visitors can view the Sněžka peak and the surrounding spruce forests from the summit.
From the very top observation platform facing towards Sněžka.
Bring binoculars to identify specific peaks across the Krkonoše range.
Check local wind forecasts, as high-altitude winds can make the open staircase uncomfortable.
Combine the visit with the nearby Treetop Trail for a full-day mountain experience.
Do not attempt the hike up in standard street shoes; the terrain requires proper hiking footwear.
Open year-round, though access may be limited during severe weather events or heavy icing.
Avoid leaning over the railings; stay on the designated metal platform.
