Explore Carcassonne’s medieval city, historic sites, local cuisine, and iconic Pont-Vieux bridge!

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La Cité de Carcassonne

Carcassonne's medieval city is Europe's largest fortress and a UNESCO site. Explore Comtal Castle with its 9 towers, including Pinte!

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Château Comtal & Ramparts

Château Comtal, a fortress within Carcassonne, was a key medieval defense. Its ramparts offer a glimpse into the city's past!

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Basilica of Saint-Nazaire

Saint-Nazaire Basilica, near Porte d’Aude, was Carcassonne’s cathedral until 1801. Classified as a historic monument in 1840!

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School Museum

The School Museum in Carcassonne lets you explore French school life (1880s–1960s) with vintage desks, slates, and blackboards!

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Comptoir des Vins et Terroirs

Comptoir des Vins et Terroirs is a quiet gem in Carcassonne’s medieval city—enjoy fine wine and local delicacies away from the crowds!

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Museum of the Inquisition

Carcassonne’s Torture Museum showcases gruesome tools from medieval times to the French Revolution—only for the brave!

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Sample local cuisine

Savor Carcassonne’s local dishes like duck confit, Cassoulet, and Languedoc-style snails for an authentic taste of the region!

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The Old Bridge (le Pont Vieux)

Carcassonne is split by the Aude River—its two sides, Cité and Ville Basse, are linked by the 14th-century Pont-Vieux bridge!

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Carcassonne Lower City

Ville Basse, also called Bastide de Saint-Louis, is perfect for a meal or drink at cafés around the Place Carnot fountain!

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Carcassonne Cathedral

Carcassonne Cathedral, built in the 13th century and restored in 1849, is a stunning example of Languedoc’s Gothic architecture!

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