Known for the Cité and its UNESCO World Heritage listing, Carcassonne attracts 2 million visitors every year. But there's more to Carcassonne than exploring the Cité, so here are a few must-do activities to discover when you don't have a car.
Inside the medieval city:
- Stroll through the cobbled streets
- Discover the Château Comtal
- Visit the 3 km of ramparts
- Explore the Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
- Taste the delicious cassoulet
- Soak up the city's nightlife
Cross the Pont-Vieux, offering panoramic views of the Cité, and head for the Bastide Saint-Louis, Carcassonne's city centre:
- Walk or cycle along the Canal du Midi
- Take a cruise on the Canal aboard a barge
- Discover the magnificent Cathédrale Saint-Michel and the Église Saint-Vincent
- For a cultural touch, visit the Théâtre Jean Alary or the Musée des Beaux-Arts
- Relax over a coffee in Place Carnot
You can even cycle to the Lac de la Cavayère in around twenty minutes, where there are a variety of activities for all the family:
- AquaViva
- O2 Adventure
- Water-skiing
- Pedalos
For more information, visit one of the Tourist Offices!