Château de Montfort
Montfort Castle
Vitrac
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Château de Montfort stands in Vitrac (Dordogne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.
The château de Montfort sits atop a jagged rock spur, ninety metres above the Dordogne river, in the commune of Vitrac. Its location marks the end of the well-known river loop called the Cingle de Montfort, one of the most photographed viewpoints in the valley. It is above all this sweeping view over the river bend that draws visitors here.
What to know
- The château stands on elevated ground, so reaching it involves walking uphill.
- The view over the Cingle de Montfort loop is the main draw of the site.
- No verified information on opening times or admission fees is included here; check separately.
Where this château is
Vitrac · Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Address
152 Rue des Remparts, 24587 Vitrac
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Frequently asked
- Where is the château de Montfort located?
- It stands in the commune of Vitrac, in the Dordogne department, above the Dordogne river.
- Why is the château de Montfort well known?
- It overlooks the Cingle de Montfort, a distinctive river loop visible from the heights.
- Is the château de Montfort hard to reach?
- The site sits on a rock about ninety metres above the river, so getting there involves an uphill walk.
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