Top five things to whilst visiting
- Feel like a knight as you walk along the ramparts from the château Comtal, with the bonus of a unique view over Carcassonne and the region
- Immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere in one of the museums in the Cité
- Admire the most beautiful stained-glass windows in southern France (14th and 16th centuries) when you visit the Basilique St Nazaire, half Romanesque, half Gothic
- Enjoy the king of Occitan dishes, the famous cassoulet accompanied by a full-bodied wine from one of our nine appellations.
- Stroll along the lices, or tiltyard, which surrounds the Cité, wander along the narrow, paved streets and through small squares, full of life at lunchtimes…
Popular things to do and see and unmissable experiences
Crossing the pont-Levis into the Cité is a rare experience, a journey through time in the biggest fortress in Europe!
The jewel in the destination, the medieval Cité of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage, welcomes you for a dizzying jump into 2,500 years of History.
Other information
- Best time of year to travel:
All year round
- Currency: Euro
- Flight time from UK: 2hrs
