Montfort-l'Amaury

The commune of Montfort-l'Amaury sits at the foot of rolling hills, featuring stone buildings and narrow streets surrounded by the northern edges of Rambouillet Forest.

King Robert II established a fortress in 996, which became the stronghold of the Montfort family who constructed defensive ramparts at the start of the 11th century.

The residence of composer Maurice Ravel, where he lived from 1921 until his death, stands as a testament to the musical heritage of Montfort-l'Amaury.

The town hall of Montfort-l'Amaury operates daily from 9 AM to 12 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM, providing administrative services to its 2,870 residents.

The ruins of a medieval donjon tower above the town, offering views across the surrounding landscape and reminding visitors of the commune's strategic past.

Location: Yvelines

Location: arrondissement of Rambouillet

Elevation above the sea: 149 m

Shares border with: Bazoches-sur-Guyonne, Grosrouvre, Méré, Les Mesnuls, Saint-Léger-en-Yvelines

Address: 78490 Montfort-l'Amaury, France 78490 Montfort-l'Amaury

Phone: +33134862345

Email: directiongenerale@montfortlamaury.fr

Website: https://montfortlamaury.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.77722,1.80917

Latest update: July 17, 2025 14:10