Castle of Montsonís, a Journey Through Time
The Castle of Montsonís is a magnificent fortress nestled at the top of the small and peaceful village of Montsonís, surrounded by fertile lands and stunning views.
Castle of Montsonís, a Journey Through Time
Unforgettable Events with a Long History.
The Castle of Montsonís is the perfect setting for corporate events, private parties, and exclusive weddings that will never be forgotten
Much more than a castle, a dreamy place.
This castle has a long history behind it, as it, along with the other fortresses in the area, defended the border between ‘Old Catalonia’ and ‘New Catalonia’ for over a century, until the final conquest of Lleida in 1149. Walking through the streets of Montsonís means delighting in a place with over 1000 years of history and a glorious past
Montsonís Castle
Headquarters of the “Castells Culturals de Catalunya” Foundation.
Montsonís Castle belongs to the Castells Culturals de Catalunya Foundation, with Carlos de Montoliu i Carrasco as its former owner and president, respectively. The aim is to continue its legacy and the initiatives of the foundation, such as the “Cicle Música als Castells” (Music at the Castles Series).
The Castells Culturals de Catalunya Private Foundation also established the Institut d’Estudis Nobiliaris Catalans (Institute of Catalan Nobiliary Studies), which is a section aimed at promoting the development and execution of research and study projects about the Catalan nobility. The headquarters of this foundation is located in Montsonís Castle, in the municipality of Foradada
Visit to the Interior of Montsonís Castle.
Located in the heart of Montsonís, this majestic castle was built in 1024 to protect the area from possible Muslim invasions until the reconquest of Lleida in 1149, which is when the first reference to this castle appears. It dominates the Salgar gorge and the Artesa de Segre valley.
Inside, there are various rooms, such as the Shield Room, a private oratory, and the pilgrim’s room. Additionally, you can visit the prison, which still preserves the chains and furniture from the era. In the cellar, a secret passage leading to the Salgar Monastery was discovered during the Spanish Civil War. This passage had been sealed off for 130 years due to the phylloxera plague that affected the vineyards in the area.
