The tower's base is constructed from sandstone, while the staircase and viewing platform are primarily made of larch wood.
It was officially opened to the public in October 2004.
The location was previously occupied by a wooden tower that fell into disrepair during the mid-20th century.
The tower's design includes an internal spiral staircase.
Brdo is the highest peak in the Chřiby range, a rugged highland area in central Moravia.
Brdo lookout tower is the first stone observation tower built in the Czech Republic after 1989, located at the highest point of the Chřiby mountain range. Standing at 24 meters tall, it features a unique structure built entirely from wood and stone sourced from the local environment. It serves as a prominent landmark on the summit of Brdo, which reaches an elevation of 587 meters above sea level. The tower offers panoramic views of the South Moravian landscape, including sightings of the White Carpathians, Pálava, and occasionally the distant Alps under clear conditions. The construction follows an architectural design inspired by the functionalist style of the 1930s. It is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists traversing the Chřiby forest network. The structure is integrated into the regional tourism infrastructure of the Mikroregion Chřiby.
The top viewing gallery looking southwest toward the silhouette of the Pálava hills.
Bring binoculars to identify distant landmarks like the Pálava hills or the peaks of the White Carpathians.
Carry a physical map as forest trail markers can be complex and cell service is intermittent.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid mid-summer crowds.
Attempting to drive a personal car directly to the tower, as it is situated deep within a protected forest zone with no public road access.
The tower may be closed during periods of extreme winter weather or high wind alerts; typically accessible year-round weather permitting.
