Montfort Castle, Crusader castle in Northern District, Israel
Montfort Castle stands on a steep ridge overlooking the Kziv River valley, with stone walls extending along the natural terrain of the hillside.
Built in 1228, the castle functioned as a headquarters for the Teutonic Knights until its capture by Muslim forces under Sultan Baibars in 1271.
The castle combines French military architecture with German defensive techniques, featuring distinct outer walls, an inner keep, and religious structures.
The castle ruins connect to a 10-kilometer hiking trail through the Kziv Nature Reserve, requiring sturdy footwear and about five hours to complete.
Archaeological excavations revealed medieval stained glass fragments, armor pieces, and weapons from the Metropolitan Museum of New York's 1926 expedition.
Location: Northern District
Inception: 1228
GPS coordinates: 33.04436,35.22660
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:12
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