Viadukt Pernink

Viaduct Pernink is a railway bridge that crosses a valley using six stone arches built into the landscape. The structure carries trains on the route between Karlovy Vary and Johanngeorgenstadt, passing through the surrounding mountain terrain.

The bridge was completed in 1899 and served as a vital connection between Czech lands and Saxony via the railway line. Its construction came during a period of growing industrial activity in the mountain region.

The viaduct stands near Pernink, a former mining town founded in 1532 by Saxon miners, reflecting the industrial development of the Ore Mountains region.

The viaduct can be viewed from several points along the surrounding slopes and accessible paths in the area. Walking trails through the valley and hillsides offer the best vantage points for seeing the full structure.

The stone structure sits at an elevation of around 900 meters, making it one of the highest railway viaducts in the country. This mountain location showcases impressive engineering work in challenging terrain.

Location: Pernink

Inception: 1899

Part of: Karlovy Vary–Johanngeorgenstadt railway

GPS coordinates: 50.36389,12.77389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23