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Cité de Carcassonne Private Walking Tour: Europe's Largest Fortified City with Cathar History
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Carcassonne
This is the largest fortified town in Europe, and it is essential to grasp some historical nuances for a more profound appreciation of this splendid landmark! Discover more about the Cathars. Unassuming stroll, 1h30
This is the largest fortified town in Europe, and it is essential to grasp some historical nuances for a more profound appreciation of this splendid landmark! Discover more about the Cathars. Unassuming stroll, 1h30
Duration:
1 hour, 31 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - Visit the Cité de Carcassonne Unesco World Heritage listed walled city. A medieval fortress settlement with a history that exceeds two and a half thousand years with picturesque fortifications, over 3 km of walls with 52 towers. Although Carcassonne established its roots in the Neolithic period, it only…
- Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - Visit the Cité de Carcassonne Unesco World Heritage listed walled city. A medieval fortress settlement with a history that exceeds two and a half thousand years with picturesque fortifications, over 3 km of walls with 52 towers. Although Carcassonne established its roots in the Neolithic period, it only became relevant as a region when the Romans fortified its hilltop, which would later turn into Cité de Carcassonne.
La Cité is a stunning and unique place to visit. Strolling through the medieval village with its tiny and twisted alleys The medieval charm and detail of this ancient city transports you back in time and impresses you at every corner.
Learn more about this fortress and its history including the Period of the crusade against the Cathars…
What's Included
- Private guide included.
- Private guide included.
What's Not Included
- Visit of the Château Comtal / Entrance fees to the Château Comtal
- Visit of the Château Comtal / Entrance fees to the Château Comtal
Location
Place du Prado
Under the statue Dame Carcasse
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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G8716dbsandrineb
Aug 10, 2024
Getaway in the medieval city - Majestic quote from Carcassonne. Beautiful walk in the cobblestone alleys and a plate of gambas on the square in a great brewery
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Inspire29214168474
Jul 21, 2024
Very nice day in this historic place... - Very nice place worth the detour, back in the Middle Ages, really to see at least once. We just have the Impression of being disconnected from everything...
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Gary_v
Jul 14, 2024
Carcassonne cite - Great tour! Lydia was very pleasant, knowledgeable, spoke good English and was easy to be with. We learned a lot about the history of Carcassonne and the area. Highly recommend this tour and her as a tour guide.
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Enzo
Jun 25, 2024
Medieval walk of Carcassonne - A real pleasure, the guided tour deserves its price, an exceptional guide, smiling and passionate
A plethora of anecdotes and continuous pleasure for an hour
Thank you very much 👌🏻
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Kenneth_d
May 18, 2024
It's always sunny in Carcassonne...unless it's raining! - It was chilly and drizzly but Olivia did her best to make us forget the weather as she shared the fascinating history of Carcassonne with our little group.
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Michael
May 7, 2024
Guided tour of Carcassonne - Carcassonne is unmissable and Remi was a great guide . Would definitely recommend this trip . Make sure you see the castle and walk the ramparts .
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Dcs1961
Apr 8, 2024
A wonderful experience - We had a very informative tour with Olivia. The wind was fierce, but that did not detract from our experience. We are from Australia, and never have we encountered buildings so ancient with so much history.
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Thierrylot
Jul 5, 2024
Always seduced - Always seduced by this beautiful city. We went there this year as part of the festival. I did not give four stars because this year there are many scaffolding for the repair of the ramparts and it does not facilitate shooting. This year the city is pleasant under the sun because it is not too hot, but watch out for the wind. The visit of the castle is interesting.
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Ramón
Dec 3, 2023
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED VISIT, SEE MY COMMENT FOR PARKING AND FOOD RECOMMENDATIONS. - It is a very good place to visit and spend a morning visiting its streets.
Special recommendation to eat at the Cafe de Lucien restaurant. It has a €14 menu that includes a salad, a local dish known as Casoulete que and a dessert, drink not included. It is one of the most recommended in the area.
There is a very large area that can be visited for free, and then there is the paid area, but if you dedicate yourself to thoroughly visiting the area that is free, you will find it very satisfactory, but it is important to get lost in its alleys.
In order to park for free you have to walk around the lower part of the castle a few times. There is parking upstairs next to one of the entrances, but it is very expensive. There is another parking lot down next to the bridge that is cheaper, but if you walk around the streets near that parking lot, there are free parking options.
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Laetitiap4
Mar 5, 2024
To have - - Very beautiful city but very expensive
The visit to the city can be done in 3 hours without rushing. Unfortunately not made for people with mobility issues because everything is made of magnificent cobblestones but nothing is made for rolling.
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