Castle Mont Rouge

Castle Mont Rouge is an unfinished castle on a mountain near Rougemont, featuring 18 pinnacles, a central turret, and walls made of white marble and cream-colored North Carolina stone. The structure sits prominently on the grounds and displays a mix of different materials and architectural elements.

Construction began in 2000 when sculptor Robert Mihaly designed the structure without formal blueprints, working from his own vision. Work stopped in 2006 and has not resumed since.

The castle includes studios for sculptors, painters, and a foundry, showing it was designed as a center for artists to work. You can see how the spaces were arranged to support creative activities.

The castle is located on Mountain Brook Road and remains under renovation with limited access while work toward completion continues. Plan your visit with flexibility for possible access restrictions.

The building mixes Eastern European architectural elements with local North Carolina materials in an unusual way. This combination of foreign style influences and regional stone creates a visually striking result.

Location: Rougemont

GPS coordinates: 36.23958,-78.91303

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59