About Carcassonne
Carcassonne is a medieval fortress city so perfectly preserved it feels like a film set. Double walls circle the fortified old town; the castle broods dramatically; ramparts command the landscape. At sunset, the golden stone glows like treasure. This is fortress fantasy.
Country
France
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
EUR
Language
French
Things to do in Carcassonne
Walk the rampart walls for fortress views
Explore the Château Comtal (castle museum)
Wander the winding cobbled streets and galleries
Watch sunset from the ramparts
Visit the Basilica of St Nazaire
Day trip to nearby Quéribus Castle ruins
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