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Lysa hora
Lysá hora, at 1,323 meters, is the highest peak in the Moravian-Silesian Beskids and is often referred to as the "Queen of the Beskids." Located in the eastern part of the Czech Republic, the mountain features some of the most extensive views in the country due to its isolation and height. The summit is home to several significant buildings, including a meteorological observatory, a 78-meter-tall television transmitter, and several mountain chalets. The climate on Lysá hora is exceptionally harsh for the region, with high annual rainfall and snow cover that often lasts until May. Geologically, the massif is composed of flysch deposits, which dictate the specific flora and erosion patterns found on its slopes. The mountain is a highly popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and cross-country skiers, with numerous marked trails leading to the top from all directions and views extending to the Tatra Mountains.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Lysá hora · televizní vysílač Lysá hora · PR Lysá hora
- Nearby: Frýdlant nad Ostravicí (8 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -3 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 3 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 57 | 61 | 58 | 104 | 107 | 114 | 87 | 89 | 71 | 60 | 59 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- Highest point in the Beskids at 1,323 meters
- Average annual precipitation is 1,500 mm
- Meteorological station has operated since 1954
- Television tower was completed in 1980
- Snow depth can regularly exceed 2 meters
- Located approximately 30 kilometers from Ostrava
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Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
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Sights in the town Lysa hora (9)
Malchor
A mountain peak in the Beskids, part of a hiking trail.
PR Malenovický kotel
Protected area featuring a glacial cirque and rare flora.
Kobylanka
A forested peak in the Beskids mountain range.
Zimný
A mountain in the Beskids, favored by hikers.
Mohyla Ivančena
A monument commemorating partisans and victims of World War II.
Sights nearby
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