Carcassonne Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
French commune in Aude, Occitania
About Carcassonne
Carcassonne is divided into two main parts: Carcassonne was one of the centers of theCatharsand was fought over during the Albigensian Crusade in the early 1200s; the Crusaders took it, the Cathars took it back, and the Crusaders took it again.
Top Attractions in Carcassonne
Explore the best things to see and do in Carcassonne:
- ★Carcassonne Cathedral
- ★Château Comtal
- ★Cité Ciné festival
- ★Domaine de Pommayrac
- ★Festival de Carcassonne
- ★Torture Museum
Where to Eat in Carcassonne
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Barrière Truffes - l'Atelier de la Truffe
- 🍴Café Saillan
- 🍴Comptoir Ludique
- 🍴Délice Métisse
- 🍴La Barbacane
- 🍴La P'tite Table
Where to Stay in Carcassonne
- 🏨Camping de la Cité
- 🏨Carcassonne Porte de la Cite
- 🏨Hosteling International Carcassonne
- 🏨Hotel de la Cité
- 🏨Notre Dame de l'Abbaye
Carcassonne Travel Guide Sections
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