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Ranked #1 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Fascinating” 09/06/2013
- “Not for the faint-hearted !” 01/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #2 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “An historical gem...” 19/06/2013
- “Sensational” 18/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #3 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Walk around the ramparts and get away...” 15/06/2013
- “Worth a visit but very touristy” 15/06/2013
Category: Castles
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Carcassonne was settled as early as the 6th century BC and later became an important Roman town. It was fortified in the 4th...
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Carcassonne was settled as early as the 6th century BC and later became an important Roman town. It was fortified in the 4th century and was a strategic site in the Middle Ages. It took on its definitive shape in the 13th century with the king’s decision to construct the distinctive double-walled ramparts and extend the castle. The city was restored by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century and is a testimony to 1,000 years of military architecture and 2,600 years of history. See a 12-minute film combining 3-D images and close-up footage; walk along the galleries, the fortified walls and the north ramparts; discover the museum of masonry and many other attractions. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open:> April to September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.> October to March: from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed:> 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
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Ranked #4 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Compact cathedral” 10/06/2013
- “Delightful” 09/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #5 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Good but too much money” 18/06/2013
- “Well worth it!” 18/06/2013
Category: Castles
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Ranked #6 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Ten out of ten” 08/04/2013
- “Exceptional!” 02/10/2012
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #7 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Good museum worth a visit” 15/06/2013
- “Disappointing but...” 16/05/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #8 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Excellent exhibition; a truly moving e...” 04/06/2013
- “Nice, but empty” 18/09/2011
Category: Historic Sites
Home of poet Joë Bousquet.
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Ranked #9 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Nice half day trip from Carcassonne” 17/06/2013
- “Great for the kids (large & small) & f...” 08/04/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #10 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Small French town built using a grid s...” 20/05/2013
- “beware the French” 20/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #11 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Amazing Venue” 12/10/2012
- “Sounds Systems not great” 05/04/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #12 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Super parcours en famille” 12/05/2013
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Ranked #13 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Des sculptures monumentales dans la ga...” 09/05/2013
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Ranked #14 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Pleasant surprise!” 04/03/2012
- “Leuk met kinderen” 12/10/2012
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #15 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Truly Scary in Some Way To All!” 12/06/2013
- “Watch out for the monk!” 29/05/2013
Category: Mysterious Sites
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Ranked #16 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “A gem in SW France” 12/02/2012
- “lite köer” 15/10/2012
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #17 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Why did I go there?” 24/09/2012
- “Do not go here!” 12/08/2012
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #18 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Lovely little church” 02/05/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #19 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Hilarious tour by the guide” 19/04/2013
- “Excellent visit” 16/01/2011
Category: Military Museums
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Ranked #20 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “History buffs will love it....” 19/06/2013
- “Not much there” 30/01/2012
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #22 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “Beautiful to see but very touristy” 13/06/2013
- “Very poor value for money” 28/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #23 of 28 attractions in Carcassonne
- “MAIS OU EST T'IL ?” 18/05/2013
Category: History Museums
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The Museum of Coat of Arms and Crests is unique in its collections of paintings on glass of historical interest. Many stained...
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The Museum of Coat of Arms and Crests is unique in its collections of paintings on glass of historical interest. Many stained glasses on the Golden Fleece as well as religious themes. Also a unique series of drawings on the croisade albigeoise about the Cathares. Public and School activities all year round : creation of crests, medieval seals, ancient writtings...
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Category: Art Museums
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Category: Parks
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Category: Theatres
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Category: Theatres
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Category: Sports Complexes
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