Na Radosti

Na Radosti is a 979-metre summit in the Golden Mountains (Rychlebské hory), part of the Eastern Sudetes in the Czech Republic, within the cadastral area of the village of Vápenná.

Where exactly is Na Radosti located?

The peak sits on a side ridge of the Golden Mountains known as the Sokolský Ridge, which branches off the main crest of the range toward the southeast. Na Radosti occupies the middle section of that ridge, roughly 5 kilometres northwest of the centre of Jeseník, the spa town that serves as the main hub of the region. Its coordinates are 50.263333 N, 17.153889 E, and the whole hill falls administratively within the cadastral territory of Vápenná, a village in the Jeseník district.

What will you find at the top?

The summit has a rounded, dome-like profile with fairly steep slopes, a shape shared by several hills in the Golden Mountains. Forest covers the whole elevation: mixed woodland dominated by fir on the lower slopes, giving way near the top to spruce forest with a scattering of broadleaf trees. Because the cover is so dense, the summit itself does not open onto a wide panorama — this is a destination for people who enjoy quiet forest walking rather than sweeping mountain views. The approach runs through a typically Sudeten landscape of quiet, lightly used woods, where you are more likely to spot wildlife than other hikers.

How do you get there?

Vápenná, the village at the foot of the range, is the natural starting point. Forest tracks and paths lead from the village up into the Golden Mountains toward Na Radosti. The wider range is crossed by a dense network of marked hiking trails, well used by visitors based in nearby Jeseník, from where longer walking or cycling routes toward the hill can also be planned. Drivers should aim for Vápenná and continue on foot along the forest roads from there.

When is the best time to visit?

Spring and autumn suit the wooded approach best — temperatures are comfortable for a longer walk, and the forest looks its most attractive with fresh green growth in spring and turning leaves in autumn. In summer the dense tree cover offers welcome shade on the climb, which matters on the longer stretches of the route. In winter, with enough snow, the area can be explored on snowshoes, though that calls for proper preparation and local knowledge of conditions.

Frequently asked questions

How high is Na Radosti? The summit reaches 979 metres above sea level.

Which mountain range does it belong to? It lies in the Golden Mountains (Rychlebské hory), part of the Eastern Sudetes, on the Sokolský side ridge.

Does Na Radosti offer a view from the top? No — dense forest covers the summit, so it suits hikers looking for a quiet woodland walk rather than a panoramic viewpoint.

What's the best starting point for a visit? The village of Vápenná, at the foot of the hill, with forest paths leading up into the Golden Mountains, and the spa town of Jeseník nearby as a wider base.