Zadní Planina, Mountain summit in Karlovarský kraj, Czech Republic.
Plattenberg is a granite summit in the Ore Mountains near Horní Blatná, rising 1043 meters above sea level. An observation tower at its peak provides views across the surrounding highland landscape.
The observation tower at the peak was built in 1913 by a local winter sports association seeking to promote regional tourism. This structure represents early efforts to make the mountain landscape accessible to visitors.
The mountain forms part of the Stoneman cycling route, where cyclists collect stamps at designated points along their journey through the highlands. This popular circuit connects outdoor enthusiasts to the landscape and attracts riders from across the region.
The observation tower is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM on weekends and holidays outside the summer season, with visitors needing to climb 85 steps to reach the top. Wear sturdy footwear and bring reasonable fitness to comfortably manage the ascent.
The Wolfspinge canyons near the summit formed from earlier mining activity and are now protected natural monuments. These dramatic gorges are accessible via marked trails and reveal the area's industrial past in a visible way.
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