10 Things to do in Carcassonne Center That You Shouldn't Miss

March 1, 2022 Velvet Champine

Step back several centuries and imagine yourself in medieval times. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, La Cite at Carcassonne is a painstakingly restored medieval walled city on a hill by the Aude River. You'll half-expect to see armed lookouts manning the fortified city's towers. Cross the river to La Bastide neighborhood for all the charms of a French country town.
Restaurants in Carcassonne Center

1. Eglise Saint-Nazaire

Place Saint-Nazaire La Cité, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France http://www.carcassonne.org/carcassonne_en.nsf/vueTitre/DocPatrimoineBasiliqueStNazaire5
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,917 reviews

Eglise Saint-Nazaire

Reviewed By PJandSJ - Matlock, United Kingdom

This is an imposing church which exudes a sense of deep history. The stained-glass windows at the altar end of the church – the apse – are beautiful, particularly the two rose windows – one at each end of the transept. I sat there for several minutes gazing at their beauty … and returned two days later to have another look. The windows rivalled anything that I’ve seen on visits to various churches around the world.

2. Cathar Castles

Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 72 http://www.audetourisme.com/fr/laissez-vous-seduire/histoire-et-patrimoine/les-chateaux-du-pays-cathare.php
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4.5 based on 831 reviews

Cathar Castles

Reviewed By alexanderp982 - Helmsange, Luxembourg

Once you have parked in the village, walked to the entrance and paid the fee (face mask compulsory inside) you then take off your mask for the steepish walk up the hillside paths to reach each of the 4 castle ruins in turn. Allow 2 hours to do the tour. Ticket includes access to viewpoint across the valley which you can then drive to afterwards.

3. Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

A61 West Sur la Rive droite de l'Aude, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 10 24 30 [email protected] https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/345
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4.5 based on 9,819 reviews

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

Reviewed By shonas804 - Auckland, New Zealand

We absolutely loved visiting here. Imagine a real life medieval town, Harry Potter fans would love this place. I loved everything thing about it .... from the cobbled streets, the amazing turrets, to the fantastic shops, the incredible history and being able who walk around in a living city with so much history. The church had gorgeous stained glass windows. Go here, it is amazing!

4. Chateau Comtal

1 rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 70 http://www.remparts-carcassonne.fr/en/
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4.5 based on 905 reviews

Chateau Comtal

Reviewed By Karen7 - London, United Kingdom

This well restored castle costs 9 euros to enter plus 3 for an audio guide which is good for English info on the history and events in the castle even though it's amusingly voiced by an Aussie and Irishman acting as the restorer Violet de Duc. You get to walk around so much of the castle and ramparts. We really enjoyed the night lights show too for 13 euros with films and music played on the castle walls. Helps to be fairly mobile though to navigate the various stone staircases

5. Lac de la Cavayere

RN113 Mont Legun Love-Picnik Le Snack de la plage, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France http://www.facebook.com/Love-picnikcom-American-Food-Truck-134487943232195/
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4.5 based on 590 reviews

Lac de la Cavayere

Reviewed By Bluebell09 - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Nature, fresh air, peace and quiet a great area to visit. Three small beach areas, refreshments and public conveniences around the lake, a lovely way to spend a few hours

6. Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne

1 rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 70 [email protected] http://www.remparts-carcassonne.fr/en
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4.5 based on 6,328 reviews

Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne

Carcassonne was settled as early as the 6th century BC and later became an important Roman town. It was fortified in the 4th century and was a strategic site in the Middle Ages. It took on its definitive shape in the 13th century with the king’s decision to construct the distinctive double-walled ramparts and extend the castle. The city was restored by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century and is a testimony to 1,000 years of military architecture and 2,600 years of history. See a 12-minute film combining 3-D images and close-up footage; walk along the galleries, the fortified walls and the north ramparts; discover the museum of masonry and many other attractions. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open: > April to September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. > October to March: from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Reviewed By azeemcobb

Carcassonne is an old walled medieval city. If you like history and peace and quiet this city is well worth the visit, Very few cars are allowed in the city, so walking and enjoying the shops and sights is quite enjoyable. Spending a day walking the ramparts and looking at all the ancient artifacts and then enjoying the fine food and drink in the evening is most relaxing and enjoyable.

7. Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge)

Rue du Pont Vieux, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France
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4.5 based on 381 reviews

Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge)

Reviewed By jlok2016 - Scotland, United Kingdom

This old bridge is a beauty to look at; what a piece of craftsmanship. Nowadays it is only accessible for pedestrians and cyclists and that helps in the narrow streets of the old city. A nice experience and from the bridge nice views.

8. Le Parc Australien

1 Chemin des Bartavelles, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 25 86 83 [email protected] http://leparcaustralien.fr
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4.0 based on 504 reviews

Le Parc Australien

9. Carcassonne Cathedral

52 rue Voltaire, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 70 http://tourisme-carcassonne.fr
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4.0 based on 324 reviews

Carcassonne Cathedral

Reviewed By Melina138 - Ipswich, United Kingdom

What a beautiful old city - have been wanting to visit for some time and I loved it. The old city was lovely and very quiet when we visited as we were out of season but imagine it would be overcrowded in high season. Beautifully maintained and quaint coffee shops.

10. Place Carnot

Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France
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4.0 based on 272 reviews

Place Carnot

Reviewed By MJC57Ireland

Sit outside at any one of many marvelous restaurants in Place Carnot. Our favourite; Trois, cinq, sept on the corner. Amazing duck

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