Malý Smrk

Malý Smrk is a mountain summit in the Moravian-Silesian Beskids with an elevation of about 1,276 meters (4,186 feet), rising above the surrounding terrain. The peak is composed of Godulian sandstone and accessible via marked hiking trails that wind through the Beskydy protected landscape area.

During the industrial era, the original beech and fir forests covering the slopes were cut down extensively for fuel, transforming the landscape. The cleared areas were subsequently replanted with non-native spruce trees to restock the woodlands.

The summit holds memorials to John Lennon and Jan Palach, serving as meaningful stops for people who feel connected to these historical figures. Visitors often pause to reflect on what these monuments represent in Czech and world history.

The summit is reached via marked hiking trails offering routes of varying difficulty for different experience levels. Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are advisable, as mountain conditions can change quickly.

The summit contains protected nature reserves that shelter specialized ecosystems typical of the higher Beskid elevations. These reserves make the site an important conservation area for regional plants and animals.

GPS coordinates: 49.51034,18.38671

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:04