Travel Guide to Carcassonne: Explore the Citadel, Carcassonne, France
In February 2024, I finally made it back to one of my dream destinations: La Cit茅 de Carcassonne-a sprawling medieval fortress in Southern France, as outlined in this travel guide to Carcassonne. Nestled in the heart of the Occitanie region, this UNESCO World Heritage site truly transports you to a different era with its three miles of double-walled ramparts and 52 towering watchtowers.
Having first glimpsed this historic citadel during a hitchhiking adventure at age 21, I had always yearned to return. This time, I had the pleasure of sharing the experience with some dear travel companions, including my husband Gavin, and two friends: Mark and Brian, from Charlottesville, Virginia. Together, we explored the towering fortifications and wandered through Carcassonne鈥檚 cobblestone streets, bathing in the tranquil quiet of an off-season visit.
As an avid traveler, I can guide you on a journey of your own to Carcassonne. My love for this medieval wonder runs deep-from my familiarity with its historic legends to my nerdy enthusiasm for the Carcassonne board game (yes, it鈥檚 even better played with the real citadel as your backdrop!). Read on for tips to create an enchanting and seamless adventure. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Having first glimpsed this historic citadel during a hitchhiking adventure at age 21, I had always yearned to return. This time, I had the pleasure of sharing the experience with some dear travel companions, including my husband Gavin, and two friends: Mark and Brian, from Charlottesville, Virginia. Together, we explored the towering fortifications and wandered through Carcassonne鈥檚 cobblestone streets, bathing in the tranquil quiet of an off-season visit.
As an avid traveler, I can guide you on a journey of your own to Carcassonne. My love for this medieval wonder runs deep-from my familiarity with its historic legends to my nerdy enthusiasm for the Carcassonne board game (yes, it鈥檚 even better played with the real citadel as your backdrop!). Read on for tips to create an enchanting and seamless adventure. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Travel Guide to Carcassonne: Explore the Citadel
Guide Location: France » Carcassonne
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Agni Larsen
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: France » Carcassonne
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Agni Larsen
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- La Cit茅 de Carcassonne
- P芒tisserie Bimas
- La Boulangerie de la Cit茅
- La Demeure du Cassoulet
- Le Bistrot d鈥橝lice
- Place Carnot
- La Briocherie Arpin
- La Cantine du Saint- Roch
- Saturday Market off Rue Jean Bringer
- Carcassonne Bed and Breakfast du Palais
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