Things to Do in Carcassonne

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Canal Du Midi
#1 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 4425 times in trip plans

Family And Kids, Boating, Picnic Spot, Nature

Address: Carcassonne, France

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The Canal Du Midi is approximately a 240 kms long canal in the south of France. It runs right between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Boasting of a picturesque canal side, many people enjoy having picnics or cycling down the canal side and hogging on the food available at the many stalls. Canal cruises are also available.

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Basilica Of Saint Nazaire
#2 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3657 times in trip plans

Church, Religious Site, Family And Kids, Architecture

Address: Place Saint-Nazaire, 11000 Carcassonne, France

Ticket Price: N/A Timings: 07:00 am - 06:00 pm
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A national monument, the Basilica of Saint Nazaire (and Saint Celse) is thought to be built in the early 6th Century. It has since then undergone a number or renovations. The architecture, the stain glasses and the peace and tranquillity will leave you mesmerized.

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Cathar Castles
#3 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3781 times in trip plans

Castle, Historical Site, Family And Kids, Architecture

Address: Carcassonne, France

Ticket Price: 4 EUR Timings: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
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The Cathar Castles is a broad term given to a series of around 20 forts built and used by the Cathars (followers of Catharism) all across France. Coming with a rich and violent history, the castles present near Carcassonne are the Peyrepertuse, the Queribus, the Puilaurans and even the Chateau Comtal. Check out the panoramic views and the intricate architecture.

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Chateau Comtal
#4 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3495 times in trip plans

Castle, Historical Site

Address: 11000 Carcassonne, France

Ticket Price: 8 EUR Timings: 09:30 am - 05:00 pm
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The Chateau Comtal (Count’s Castle) is a medieval castle inside the city of Carcassonne and a part of the Cathar Castles. The chateau has an intriguing yet violent history. Do hire a guide to help you explore the place.

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Domaine O' Vineyards
#5 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3517 times in trip plans

Outdoors, Food And Drinks, Winery

Address: 885 Avenue de la Montagne Noire, 11620 Villemoustaussou, France

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Situated around 12 kms away from the city of Carcassonne, visit the O’Vineyards for divine wines, succulent meals and a lot more. You can either go for a quick tasting session or some wine shopping or stay back over there for some relaxing and winetastic time!

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Le Parc Australien
#6 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3077 times in trip plans

Outdoors, Theme Park, Family And Kids

Address: Trail Bartavelles, 11090, Carcassonne

Ticket Price: 10 EUR Timings: 10:30 am - 07:00 pm
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Le Parc Australien is an Australian themed park! Here, you will get to see kangaroos, ostriches, parakeets, observe the life of Australian Aborigines, learn to throw a boomerang and a lot more. A wonderful place to visit with your whole family.

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La Maison Hantee
#7 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2647 times in trip plans

Entertainment, Family And Kids

Address: 9 Rue du Grand Puits, 11000, Carcassonne

Ticket Price: 7 EUR Timings: 10:00 am - 07:00 pm
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La Maison Hantee is a themed haunted house in the city of Carcassonne. Step in to scare the hair off your head! Not for the faint hearted! The atmosphere, the ambience and the darkness awaits you!

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Lac De La Cavayere
#8 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2408 times in trip plans

Golf Course, Walking Area, Leisure, Family And Kids, Lake, Boating, Picnic Spot

Address: Carcassonne, France

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Situated around 6 kilometres from Carcassonne in France is the artificial Cavayere Lake. A walk round the lake takes about an hour. The lake has three large beaches and is also the centre of various leisure activities. Swimming, pedal boats, boating, fishing, picnics, mini golf, volley-ball, pony riding are some of the activities one can enjoy at the lake. You can also spot a number of ducks and wildfowl here. People also visit it in order to see its diverse flora and fauna. You can hire a boat and row around for exquisite views. During winter afternoons, this place remains crowded with people who come here to sunbathe.

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La Bastide Saint Louis
#9 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 3166 times in trip plans

Outdoors, Historical Site, Food And Drinks, Market, Square, Shopping Center, Arc...

Address: Outside the walls of Carcassonne, France

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Situated outside the walls of the fortified city of Carcassonne, the Bastide was built during the reign of Saint Louis in 1260. Having retained its symmetrical arrangement of streets, the Bastide boasts a remarkable architectural heritage. It’s an old, charming little town with a wonderful central square. Wander the old city streets for shopping, sightseeing, food hogging and market bargains.

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School Museum
#10 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2879 times in trip plans

Museum, Educational Site, Specialty Museum

Address: Musee De L’ecole, 3 rue du Plo La Cite, 11000 Carcassonne

Ticket Price: 3 EUR Timings: 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
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In the heart of Carcassonne lies the School Museum. It allows tourists, young and old alike, to explore the ambience and workings of a local school as it was during the 1880s to 1960s. Check out the teaching resources, writing equipments (including ink and quilt pens) and school furniture.

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O2 Aventure
#11 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 1667 times in trip plans

Entertainment, Adventure, Tunnel

Address: Lac de la Cavayère, 11000 Carcassonne

Ticket Price: 16 EUR Timings: 01:00 pm - 06:00 pm
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A must visit for adventure lovers, the O2 Aventure boasts of many activities. Sample this 2 giant zip lines across a lake, an aqua park, yellow course, Bambi course, red course etc. For the lesser enlightened, these courses include suspended tunnels, suspended stilts, zip lines and many more.

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Museum Of Fine Arts
#12 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2652 times in trip plans

Art And Culture, Art Museum, Family And Kids, Exhibition

Address: 1 rue de Verdun, 11000 Carcassonne

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The Musee Des Beaux Arts or the Museum of Fine Arts houses artefacts and paintings from the 17th century to present. The first floor comprises of a permanent exhibition consisting mainly of portraits and paintings. The other floors house temporary exhibitions thrice a year. Definitely worth a visit on your trip to Carcassonne.

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Maison Des Memoires
#13 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 1605 times in trip plans

Family And Kids, Exhibition

Address: 53 rue de Verdun, 11000 Carcassonne

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The Maison des Memoires or the Mansion of Memories holds a permanent exhibition about the life and works of the ‘surrealist’ poet Joe Bousquet (1897-1950). The house where the museum exists was also the poets’ abode.

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Mayronnes Sculpture Trail
#14 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2016 times in trip plans

Trail, Exhibition , Sculpture

Address: Ferme de Carrus, 11220 Mayronnes

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Near town of Mayronnes, around 25 kms from Carcassonne lies the stunning sculpture trail. The trail is around 5 kms long and takes approximately 3 hours to complete. There are permanent sculptures and an annual exhibition which takes place during April to September. The sculptures are interesting, amusing, puzzling and artistic. Since the trail is uphill, the view from the top is breathtaking.

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Chocolats Jeff De Bruges
#15 of 16 Things to do in Carcassonne | Added 2127 times in trip plans

Food And Drinks, Family And Kids, Specialty Shop

Address: 64-66 rue Georges Clemenceau, 11100 Carcassonne

Ticket Price: N/A Timings: 09:30 am - 07:00 pm
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A chocolate store, all things cocoa!! Need we say more?! Ganache or praline, deep black or milk, the chocolates at Jeff de Bruges are made with the finest ingredients. Eat some there and take loads of boxes for your friends and family back home.

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