Castles, abbeys, paths and natural heritage sites near Carcassonne.
Carcassonne and its surroundings benefit from an exceptional geographical situation and offer a great diversity of landscapes just near by the city. A generous and preserved nature, between sea and mountain, between vine and forest, between lake and gorges… A rich historical and cultural heritage marked by the imprint of Catharism. Carcassonne guarantees a rich and varied stay!
The area around Carcassonne has an incredible cultural and natural wealth. It is the guarantee of a rich and varied stay! The city of Carcassonne benefits from an exceptional geographical situation and offers a great diversity of landscapes.
It is a Christian religious movement that developed during the Middle Ages in southwest France. This movement was declared heretical by the Catholic Church and was strongly fought against until the last castle was lost.
Many books are available in the bookshops of Carcassonne to discover the complexity of Catharism.
The abbeys of the Aude region stand out for their beauty and preservation. Some of them have been used for the shooting of certain movies. True little jewels of religious heritage to (re)discover.
There are many castles, abbeys and other religious structures, but also museums all around Carcassonne. The city is your perfect base for discovering all the richness of its territory.
You will also find typical and picturesque villages to discover the conviviality of the South of France.
The Interactive Map will allow you to visualize and organize your stay.
Take your car and discover the area around Carcassonne with our selection of day trips. All tours start in Carcassonne and allow you to return to the city in the evening.
