The tower is located in close proximity to the Dlouhé Stráně Pumped Storage Power Plant, one of the seven wonders of the Czech Republic.
The elevation of Medvědí hora makes it one of the higher-situated wooden observation towers in the region.
The structure was designed to provide vantage points specifically toward the Mravenečník peak and the valley of the Desná river.
Rozhledna na Medvědí hoře is a wooden observation tower situated at an altitude of approximately 1,146 meters above sea level in the Jeseníky Mountains. The structure is built near the upper station of the Kouty nad Desnou ski lift, providing panoramic views of the Hrubý Jeseník mountain range, including Mravenečník and Dlouhé Stráně. The tower is constructed from wood with a steel supporting frame and features a square viewing platform. Visitors can observe the landscape of the surrounding protected landscape area from the top, which is accessible via a staircase. It serves as a primary destination for hikers and cyclists utilizing the Kouty ski area infrastructure during the summer months.
The top observation deck facing toward the Dlouhé Stráně reservoir.
Check the Kouty ski lift operating schedule before planning your trip as it is the most efficient way to reach the summit.
Bring windproof clothing even in summer, as the ridge is frequently exposed to strong mountain drafts.
Combine the visit with the educational trail that runs from the upper chairlift station.
Do not attempt to hike from the valley floor to the summit without proper mountain gear and physical preparation, as it is a steep, multi-kilometer ascent.
The chairlift to the summit typically operates from spring through autumn; check for seasonal suspension during spring or autumn maintenance periods.
Practice 'Leave No Trace' principles as the tower is located within a protected mountain environment.
