National park · Czech Republic
Kleť
Visit Kleť for a short hike or chair‑lift ride: climb the green trail from Holubov (2 km (1.2 mi), 500 m gain) in 45 min for free, or take the chair‑lift (≈70 CZK) and pay 20 CZK to climb the tower for a 360° view; go in May–Sep for clear weather and fewer crowds.Visit Kleť for a short hike or chair‑lift ride: climb the green trail from Holubov (1.2 mi (2 km), 500 m gain) in 45 min for free, or take the chair‑lift (≈70 CZK) and pay 20 CZK to climb the tower for a 360° view; go in May–Sep for clear weather and fewer crowds.
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Area
5 km² (2 sq mi)2 sq mi (5 km²)
approximate
Established
1990
Best months
May–Jun, Sep
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Central Europe ↗Six of the nine countries here — Austria, Switzerland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and Slovenia — charge a time-based motorway vignette, mostly digital and linked to the number plate; buy it before the first motorway past the border, because cameras, not toll booths, do the checking.
- Central Europe ↗Temporary police checks at internal Schengen borders are common in this region in 2026 (Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovenia among others — check): keep your passport on you on every cross-border train, bus and road even though there is no fixed control post.
- Czech Republic ↗Czechia is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Czech Republic ↗The currency is the Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro: decline dynamic currency conversion and avoid street exchange booths.
- Czech Republic ↗Motorways need an electronic vignette bought before you drive on them.
- South Bohemia ↗Use IDOS (jizdnirady.idnes.cz) for all train and bus timetables; regional buses are sparse on Saturdays.
- South Bohemia ↗Several operators run the České Budějovice–Český Krumlov and Šumava lines; check the operator and buy at the right desk or app.
At a glance
- Country
- Czech Republic
- Area
- 5 km² (2 sq mi)2 sq mi (5 km²)
- Figures vary; the park covers roughly 5 km² of forested mountain area (check).
- Established
- 1990
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep
- Permits
- Not needed
- Base
- Český Krumlov
Kleť is the highest peak in the Blanský les region of South Bohemia (1084 m), offering a tower with 360° views, a chair‑lift, marked forest trails and mountain‑scooter hire.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1990.
Size and age
5 km² (2 sq mi)2 sq mi (5 km²) · national park since 1990
Figures vary; the park covers roughly 5 km² of forested mountain area (check).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Český Krumlov.
Why go
- Panoramic 360° view of South Bohemia from the tower.
- Well‑marked forest trails for hiking or mountain‑scooter rides.
- Easy access by chair‑lift from Holubov or by train from České Budějovice.
When to go
- JanAvoid
- FebAvoid
- MarCaution
- AprGo
- MayBest
- JunBest
- JulGo
- AugGo
- SepBest
- OctCaution
- NovAvoid
- DecAvoid
- JanCold, snow, limited services.
- FebSnowy, trails icy.
- MarEarly melt, possible mud.
- AprSpring thaw, growing forest.
- MayClear skies, full foliage.
- JunWarm, good visibility.
- JulSummer heat, occasional storms.
- AugWarm, occasional rain.
- SepAutumn colours, stable weather.
- OctCooling, early snow.
- NovCold, limited opening hours.
- DecSnow, trail closures.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed forest birdsMay–Aug · Common in the canopy. | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Chair‑lift base (Krasetín) | Station, ticket office, mountain‑scooter hire. | Open during daylight. |
| Summit area | Tower, cafe, restaurant, observatory. | Open daily, observatory tours seasonal. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from Wikidata; approximate centre of the summit.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower climb | CZK 20 (≈ under US$1) | person | Paid at the tower kiosk. |
| Chair‑lift (Holubov to summit) | CZK 70 (≈ US$4) | person | Optional; price 2026 estimate. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry no permit
What would our group pay?
People
Nights or days
- Kč 20≈ under US$1
- Kč 70≈ US$4
Tick the fees that apply to your trip to see a total.
A guide, not a quote: the ranges are estimates (checked 2026-09) and each fee may have rules on who pays it. Check with the park or your operator before you go.
Park rules
- Pets
- Leashed dogs allowed on trails, not in the cafe or tower area.
- Fire
- Open fires prohibited; use designated BBQs at the cafe.
- Litter
- Carry out all waste; bins at summit.
Where to stay
Near the park
Holubov guesthouses
Simple rooms, 5‑minute walk to chair‑lift.
Near the park
Český Krumlov hotels
Wide range, 20 km (12 mi) away; good base for day trips.Wide range, 12 mi (20 km) away; good base for day trips.
Safety
Steep stairs medium
Weather change medium
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Chair‑lift provides easy ascent for limited mobility; summit area has paved paths.
- Trails are uneven and not wheelchair‑friendly.
Visiting lightly
- Use the chair‑lift instead of private car to reduce emissions.
- Buy food at the summit cafe to support local staff.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Kleť?
There is no entry fee; the tower climb costs 20 CZK and the chair‑lift costs about 70 CZK per person.
What are the best hikes in Kleť?
The green trail from Holubov (2 km, 500 m gain) and the longer forest route from Český Krumlov (≈7 km, 600 m gain) are the main marked paths.
When is the best time to visit Kleť?
May to September offers clear skies, full forest, and open services; early summer gives the best visibility from the tower.
Is there a chair‑lift or funicular?
A chair‑lift operates from the base at Krasetín to the summit; some sources call it a funicular, but it is a chair‑lift.
Can I hire mountain scooters?
Yes, at the chair‑lift base; they can be used on marked trails and returned at various points.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Kleť
- secondaryWikivoyage: Kleť, revision 5289529 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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