Carcassonne - Wikipedia
WEBCarcassonne (/ ˌ k ɑːr k ə ˈ s ɒ n /, US also /-ˈ s ɔː n,-ˈ s oʊ n /, French: ⓘ, locally [kaχkaˈsɔnə]; Occitan: Carcassona [kaɾkaˈsunɔ]; Latin: Carcaso) is a French fortified city in the department of Aude, region of Occitania.
What to do, what to visit, what to see in Carcassonne? - Office de ...
WEBThe local life in the heart of a remarkable heritage site. The Medieval City. Your Carcassonne must-see, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The Cavayère Lake. Your freshness and swimming break 5 minutes from the city centre. The Canal du Midi. The Bastide Saint-Louis. The Medieval City. Cavayere Lake.
Carcassonne travel - Lonely Planet | France, Europe
WEBCarcassonne. France, Europe. Perched on a rocky hilltop and bristling with zigzag battlements, stout walls and spiky turrets, the fortified city of Carcassonne looks like something out of a children’s storybook when it's seen from afar. A Unesco World Heritage Site since 1997, it’s most people’s idea of the perfect medieval castle.
15 Best Things to Do in Carcassonne (France) - The Crazy Tourist
WEBMay 1, 2021 · Categories France Tags Carcassonne 15 Best Things to Do in Carcassonne (France): La Cité de Carcassonne; Château Comtal and Ramparts; Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus; Carcassonne Lower City; Carcassonne Cathedral; Lac de la Cavayère; Musée des Beaux-Arts; Châteaux de Lastours; Canal du Midi - barge trip; …
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - UNESCO World Heritage …
WEBHistoric Fortified City of Carcassonne. Since the pre-Roman period, a fortified settlement has existed on the hill where Carcassonne now stands. In its present form it is an outstanding example of a medieval fortified town, with its massive defences encircling the castle and the surrounding buildings, its streets and its fine Gothic cathedral.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Carcassonne - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Carcassonne, France: See Tripadvisor's 150,233 traveler reviews and photos of Carcassonne tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Carcassonne. Visit top …
Carcassonne city guide - essential visitor information in English
WEBKey tourist information for Carcassonne: Region: the Languedoc area of Occitanie. Nearby cities: Toulouse, Narbonne, Nearest airports: Carcassonne, Toulouse, Perpignan, Béziers Carcassonne is on the routes between: Lyon and Toulouse, via Narbonne: Bordeaux and Perpignan. Population: (urban area) 48,280 (2013) Main sites: The citadel. The Canal ...
Carcassonne Travel Guide (2024): What You Need to Know
WEBMar 11, 2022 · Carcassonne is one of the most impressive cities in southern France. This historic city has been carefully restored and is one of the best examples of a medieval fortified city. It is a foodie’s paradise, being home to a number of Michelin guide restaurants including one 2 Michelin star restaurant.
The Medieval City - Office de tourisme de Carcassonne
WEBTo visit Carcassonne is to take a journey back in time to 2500 years ago…..Nestled at the top of a hill, the Medieval City dominates the whole city and is said to be one of the best preserved medieval ensembles in the world. Come and discover this jewel of our history and stroll through its charming streets and alleys.
Guide to Visiting Carcassonne - TripSavvy
WEBAug 28, 2019 · Carcassonne is an extraordinary place, a perfect medieval city with its massive fortifications dominating the surrounding countryside. Seen from afar it seems straight out of a fairy-tale. Inside, it’s even more impressive. Carcassonne is best known for having an entire city that is a castle.
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