Chocholík, Steel observation tower in Drnovice, Czech Republic.
Chocholík is a triangular steel tower located in Drnovice that stands 26 meters tall. A staircase with 144 steps leads visitors to the observation platform positioned at 23 meters above the ground.
The current structure was built in 2011 and replaced a wooden triangulation point that had stood at this location until 1990. This transition from wood to steel represents a modernization of the site for contemporary use.
The construction project materialized through local initiative and received financial support from European Data Project company, demonstrating community collaboration.
A steep marked hiking trail reaches the summit, while a gentler route serves cyclists and those with strollers. Visitors can choose the path that best matches their fitness level and available time.
From the platform at 389 meters above sea level, clear weather reveals the basilica of Svatý Hostýn and the peaks of the Austrian Alps in the distance. These extended views make the climb worthwhile for photography and landscape appreciation.
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