Rozhledna Bohušův vrch – Planá

Location: Planá, 348 15 Planá · Pilsen Region

Category: stone lookout tower

A brick observation tower from 1909 on Bohušův vrch hill (580 m) near Planá in the Tachov region. The hill was formerly called Šibeniční (Gallows Hill). The tower is 21 m tall, the viewing platform is at a height of 18 m and 73 steps lead up to it. After renovation it serves tourists, with views of the Planá area and the Český les mountains.

Why visit this place?

• A massive stone tower from 1909 replaced a wooden viewing gloriette; the platform sits 18 metres up and 73 steps lead to it.
• The hill (580 m) was originally called Gallows Hill; today the tower overlooks the Slavkov Forest, the Bohemian Forest and Marianske Lazne.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly 45 minutes; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 21 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• An outdoor trip that, according to our records, runs all year round.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: freely accessible year-round
• Typical visit: 45 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.4 ★ from 349 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

Official website: https://www.tachov-mesto.cz/rozhledna-bohusuv-vrch-u-plane.html

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