Lechův kámen, Rock formation and memorial stone in Kouřim, Czech Republic
This three-meter-high gneiss rock formation stands on a hill called Stará Kouřim, measuring approximately thirty meters in circumference.
The stone, formerly known as Kámen Veliký, received its current name Lechův kámen in the 19th century, connecting it to Duke Lech's settlement story.
According to local chronicles from 1541, Duke Lech used this stone to send smoke signals to his brother Čech, who settled on Říp Mountain.
Located 700 meters east of central Kouřim, visitors can reach the site via a circular green-marked tourist trail numbered 3055.
The stone sits approximately one kilometer from the intersection of the 15th meridian east and 50th parallel north, marking the astronomical center of Europe.
Location: Kouřim
GPS coordinates: 50.00230,14.98621
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:18
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