Burg Montfort

Burg Montfort is a medieval castle ruin in Hallgarten with remains of several structures including a gate house, foundations of the main tower, and two residential towers that reach three stories high. The site is enclosed by outer walls of the former outer bailey that define the layout.

The Counts of Veldenz built this fortress around 1240 to monitor a nearby military road. In 1247, the von Lautern family took control and renamed themselves Montfort.

The name comes from the von Lautern family who ruled here in medieval times and later took the name Montfort. The ruins today reflect how important this fortress was to the region and how people lived within its walls.

The main tower can be climbed via a 34-step metal spiral staircase leading to an observation platform with metal railings. The entire site sits on a hill and is accessible from various paths, so sturdy footwear is recommended.

The fortress was held by the von Lautern family, who maintained their power for about 185 years before losing control in 1432. This long period of rule made the family a key part of the region's local story.

Location: Hallgarten

GPS coordinates: 49.76540,7.76736

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00