Žaltman, Television and observation tower in Trutnov, Czech Republic
Hexenstein is a television and observation tower in Trutnov built as a metal structure reaching about 63 meters high. Its observation platforms offer views across the surrounding mountains and valleys of the region.
The tower was built in 1891 and displays construction methods from the industrial era. Its design reflects the technical solutions that were common in the late Austro-Hungarian period.
The name comes from local folklore and represents a blend of Czech and German cultural traditions in the region. You can sense this shared heritage when standing at the site and looking toward the landscapes that both communities once shared.
You can reach the tower using marked hiking trails from nearby parking areas in the region. Plan your visit during daylight hours to enjoy the clearest views from the top.
The tower serves three distinct purposes at once: it broadcasts television signals, provides public viewing platforms, and acts as a geographical reference point. This combined use makes it a rarely documented example of functional versatility from that industrial period.
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