Montfaucon: Château, Wine and Rhône Landscapes

Montfaucon brings together architectural history, wine and Rhône landscapes, offering three distinct reasons to choose it as a destination. The town lies in a bend of the Rhône on the river’s right bank. When planning your trip, you can first decide whether you are more interested in the château and religious buildings, the local wine tradition, or the views and climbing. If you are looking for a hotel in Montfaucon, these themes can help you decide what to focus on during your trip.

The Château and the Town’s History

The Château de Montfaucon has been listed as a historic monument since June 4, 1926; its principal period of construction dates to the 12th century. These two dates refer to different things: the 12th century marks the main phase of its architectural history, while 1926 marks its listing as protected heritage. Both the medieval construction period and its later protected status are therefore relevant to understanding its history.

Religious buildings add to this chronology. The present-day Chapelle Saint-Martin, formerly St-Martin-des-Ribiers, is the oldest building in the town; the Chapelle Saint-Maur was rebuilt in the 19th century. The church of Montfaucon dates to 1841 and contains baptismal fonts from Roman times. These represent different historical layers: the rebuilding is central to the story of Saint-Maur, while the church combines a precise construction date with Roman baptismal fonts.

Winegrowing and Architecture

The Domaine Château de Montfaucon sells Côtes du Rhône wines in a tasting cellar and has wine cellars beneath 16th-century vaulted ceilings. This connection with wine combines a visitor experience with a distinctive historic architectural feature.

Montfaucon is one of the nine original communes of the Côte du Rhône. In Montfaucon, all three colors of the renowned Lirac cru are produced. These details describe two aspects of the region’s wine identity: its historic connection to the original communes of the Côte du Rhône and the local production of Lirac wines in all three colors. For travelers interested in wine, they offer a specific focus alongside the château and landscape. Please enjoy wine responsibly.

Rhône Views and Climbing Area

The Site d'escalade de Montfaucon climbing area has 20 equipped climbing routes and overlooks the riverbanks and the Rhône plain. Seasonal access restrictions may apply. The viewpoint on Colline Saint-Maur offers 360-degree panoramic views across the Gard rhodanien and Vaucluse. These cater to two different interests: climbing routes for an active outing and sweeping views from the viewpoint.

A Look Back at the 2026 Fête de la Fraise

The Fête de la Fraise was held on April 18 and 19, 2026, for the third time in Montfaucon, following the 2025 edition. That year’s event included a market featuring local producers and craftspeople, as well as a guided tour of the old village, which was planned. The program brought local produce and crafts together with a tour of the old village.

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