Discover Carcassonne, a medieval jewel in the South of France, easily accessible from all over Europe. Whether you come for its exceptional heritage, inspiring landscapes, or its friendly atmosphere, all modes of transport are available to explore the destination.
Immerse yourself in a unique atmosphere where the landscapes evoke Tuscany, with golden hills and vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see. Located in the heart of southern France, Carcassonne is the perfect destination for a getaway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean, just a stone’s throw from the Pyrenees and the Spanish border. A place where you feel far away without traveling far.
Enjoy the generous southern sunshine and let yourself be charmed by the warmth of the locals. Here, the melodic accent and the hospitality of the southerners will make you feel at home from the moment you arrive.
Discover the Medieval City, an architectural gem listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stroll along the Canal du Midi, also a UNESCO-listed treasure. This 17th-century engineering masterpiece, lined with centuries-old plane trees, winds through Carcassonne and invites you on unforgettable walks between nature and history.
The SNCF train station in Carcassonne, located opposite the Canal du Midi and just a 30-minute walk from the Medieval City, offers a wide range of destinations.
TER lines to cities in Occitanie (Toulouse, Montpellier, Narbonne, etc.).
Direct Intercités trains to Marseille, Bordeaux, Toulouse, etc.
Direct TGV trains to Toulouse, Montpellier, Nîmes, and Lyon, as well as Paris, Bordeaux, Lille, etc., with just one connection.
Night train with a connection in Toulouse.
Starting now, enjoy a free Carca’Pass when you purchase your train ticket to Carcassonne.
Via the A61 (French Motoway), which takes you to the foot of Carcassonne. This motorway is part of the Autoroute des deux mers linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. This motorway offers a direct connection to the A62, A64, A9 & A20.
Carpooling: Consider platforms like BlaBlaCar to reduce your carbon footprint.
Tip: Use navigation apps to avoid traffic jams and reduce fuel consumption.
The bus station at 20 Boulevard de Varsovie is home to major bus companies linking Carcassonne to various French and European destinations
Carcassonne has its own airport “Aéroport Sud de France Carcassonne” located on the route de Montréal near the Salvaza business park. It offers a wide range of European destinations with regular return flights all year round but also flights during the summer period.
Carcassonne Airport offers a wide range of services including shops, restaurants, free Wifi access and a cash dispenser to ensure a relaxing journey. It also provides 3 short and long term car parks according to your needs as well as a shuttle service adapted to your flight schedule.
It is easy to get to Carcassonne. The destination is in the heart of southern France and therefore has direct access to many airports in the region.
