© Mornas OT
© Mornas OT
© Mornas OT
© Mornas OT
The Fortress, Mornas
The ruins of a Medieval fortress where re-enactments take place
This fortress dominates the town of Mornas below, rising up from the 137 metre tall cliffs.
Discover more about its history in a guided tour (in French) or wander around the old ramparts and reconstructed Medieval buildings.
The guides are all dressed in Medieval costumes, some with swords and shields and some play fighting with each other to try and bring the Medieval period back to life. It's a great stop off for children or adults.
The views from the top are amazing on a clear day with Mont Ventoux, les Dentelles de Montmirail and the Rhone Valley stretching out in front of you.
Adults 5 euros, children 3 euros.
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Access to the fortress is steep, and not suitable for people with limited mobility or in a wheelchair.
Visitor comments
- "Spend a nice couple of hours, young guides with fun animation. Also learned a lot which I didn't expect. Just go, you won't regret." - Trip Advisor
- "We visited the fortress with our two children. Despite the fact that the tour was all in French, and we aren't fluent, it was easy to follow and very enjoyable. There is a steep walk up from the parking lot for the fortress" - Trip Advisor
- "You see the fortress high above the motorway. Once you've climbed the steep hill to have a closer look, you step back into a period of time long forgotten. The tour is completely in French, but even I could follow along with some of it. Thankfully, my wife translated a good bit for me and the kids. The views of the Rhone valley are spectacular. Go on a clear day and you can see forever." - Trip Advisor
When to come
The fortress is open for visits on the following dates and times:
- February & March - Every day from 6 February to 25 March, 13:30 to 16:00 / 17:00 Sat and Sun
- March-June - Monday to Friday from 26 March to 30 June, 10:30 to 17:00
- September - Monday to Friday from 1 to 30 September, 10:30 to 17:15
- October - Every day - details TBC
