Cathar Castles
Carcassonne is ideally located to visit a number of Cathar castles and other related historic sites. https://www.audetourisme.com/en/see-and-do/not-to-be-missed/royal-fortresses-and-cathar-country-sites
Carcassonne is ideally located to visit a number of Cathar castles and other related historic sites. https://www.audetourisme.com/en/see-and-do/not-to-be-missed/royal-fortresses-and-cathar-country-sites
Le Croco Bleu is a highly regarded, intimate jazz club located right here in Carcassonne. Run by the passionate volunteers of the CarcaJazz association, it has quickly become one of the best spots in the city for live music, genuine conviviality, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Book your place https://crocobleu.mobirisesite.com/
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There are a number of well preserved and lovely villages in the region, all accessible within 30/45 minutes by car from Carcassonne. Any of them are accessed via lovely country roads winding through some of the most productive wine growing areas in the world. Amonst one of the most impressive is: Alet les Bains Home
In 1247, Saint Louis, (Louis IX) authorised construction of a new city opposite the medieval fortress village on the left bank of the Aude river. Marked by a series of square blocks that surround the Place Carnot, Carcassonne’s primary civic gathering place, the Bastide serves as the commercial center for the city. Restaurants, bars, shops,
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Built on a tall hill adjacent to the Aude River, La Cite was originally a pre-roman settlement and then a fortified village. In turn it was occupied by Gauls, Romans, and Visigoths and was of military significant during a series of historic conflicts including the Albgensian Crusade, wars between France and the Crown of Aragorn,
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Less than a 30 minute train ride from Carcassonne or 45 minutes by car, the lovely city of Narbonne is an easy day trip and permits visitors to see Roman museums and even offers Mediterranean beaches nearby. Learn more by clicking on this link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narbonne
There are a number of well preserved and lovely villages in the region, all accessible within 30/45 minutes by car from Carcassonne. Any of them are accessed via lovely country roads winding through some of the most productive wine growing areas in the world. Anongst the most impressive is: Lagrasse https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagrasse In the heart of
There are a number of well preserved and lovely villages in the region, all accessible within 30/45 minutes by car from Carcassonne. Any of them are accessed via lovely country roads winding through some of the most productive wine growing areas in the world. Amonst one of the most impressive is: Mirepoix Known for its