The tower's steel structure is anchored in a concrete foundation to withstand the high wind speeds common on the exposed hilltop.
The location on Kotel hill was historically significant as a vantage point for regional forestry and fire observation.
Visible landmarks from the top platform include the ruins of Vlčtejn Castle and, on clear days, parts of the Šumava mountain range.
The tower was constructed to replace older, less stable wooden observation platforms that previously occupied the hill.
Observation tower Na Kotli is a metal lattice structure situated on the Kotel hill near Rokycany, Czech Republic. The tower stands at an altitude of approximately 575 meters above sea level, providing panoramic views of the Brdy Highlands and the Rokycany basin. It features a steel construction with a central staircase leading to an open-air observation platform. The site is accessible via forest trails starting from the nearby village of Kamenný Újezd. As of July 2026, the tower remains open to the public as a local landmark for hikers and cyclists.
The upper observation platform, facing toward the town of Rokycany for a clear view of the urban basin against the forested landscape.
Bring binoculars to identify distant peaks in the Brdy mountain range.
Wear sturdy hiking footwear, as the trails leading to the tower can be steep and uneven.
Check local weather conditions before departure, as wind speeds at the top platform can be significantly higher than at the base.
Attempting to climb during thunderstorms or high-wind warnings, as the open metal structure provides no shelter.
