The tower is located on the site of a former wooden structure that was reconstructed to improve tourist infrastructure in the region.
It is positioned on a natural geological fault line that overlooks the Úpa River floodplain.
The location is integrated into the regional 'Greenway' trail system connecting Česká Skalice to the Ratibořice heritage area.
The viewing platform is designed to minimize structural vibration while maintaining an open-air design for unobstructed photography.
Lookout Žernov is a wooden observation tower situated on the edge of the Žernov plateau at an elevation of approximately 320 meters. The structure offers panoramic views of the Aupa river valley, the town of Česká Skalice, and the surrounding Bohemian Paradise foothills. It is constructed primarily of wood on a concrete foundation, standing 12 meters tall with a viewing platform reached via an open staircase. The site is located in the Hradec Králové Region, specifically near the Babiččino údolí (Grandmother's Valley) protected landscape area. Its position allows for clear sightings of the Krkonoše mountain range and the Orlické Mountains in favorable weather conditions. The tower serves as a popular waypoint for hikers and cyclists exploring the trails near the Ratibořice Chateau.
The top observation deck facing northwest provides the most expansive vista of the valley and mountains.
Bring binoculars to identify specific peaks in the Krkonoše range.
Visit during a clear, crisp day in autumn to see the maximum visibility range across the Bohemian basin.
The ground near the tower can be muddy after rainfall, so wear appropriate footwear.
Do not attempt to climb the tower during high wind warnings or thunderstorms.
Open year-round, though may be inaccessible during extreme winter snow accumulations.
