The tower is located exactly on the 49th parallel north.
The structure functions as a dual-purpose tower, supporting telecommunications equipment alongside its public viewing platform.
It is situated on one of the highest points in the immediate vicinity of northern Brno.
The base of the tower incorporates a historical stone marker from the 19th-century Austrian military survey.
The design utilizes a standardized steel lattice framework common in small-scale rural communication towers.
Ostrá Horka is a 19-meter-high steel lattice observation tower located on the Soběšice hill in Brno, Czechia. Situated at an elevation of 387 meters, the structure provides an panoramic vantage point over the city of Brno and the surrounding landscape of the Drahany Highlands. The tower features a metal spiral staircase leading to a viewing platform positioned at a height of 14 meters. It is built on the site of a historic geodesic point used for triangulation surveys during the 19th century. The tower was constructed in 2011 to replace a smaller predecessor and enhance recreational access to the northern suburban forest belt. It serves as a navigational landmark for hikers and cyclists exploring the trails north of the Brno-sever district.
The top observation deck facing southwest provides the clearest unobstructed frame of the Brno city basin.
Bring binoculars to distinguish the major landmarks of Brno, such as the Špilberk Castle and Petrov Cathedral.
The open-grate stairs can be intimidating for those with a fear of heights; consider this before ascending.
The immediate area is forested, so bring insect repellent during the summer months.
Do not attempt to climb the tower during thunderstorms or high-wind conditions due to the exposed metal structure.
