Getting around

in between districts

Walking around

From the Canal du Midi through the Bastide to the Medieval City

It is very easy and quick to walk from one point to another in the city of Carcassonne. Its streets, paths and greenery are your guides during your stay.

  • 25 minutes walk from the Canal du Midi to the Medieval City via the magnificent view from the Pont Vieux.
  • 15 minutes walk from the Bastide Saint-Louis to the Medieval City.

On the bike

Carcassonne by bike

Find your rides to make by bike to discover the natural and cultural jewels of Carcassonne. It’s the ideal way to share a moment with your loved ones. In addition, many of the city’s partners have the “Accueil Vélo” label to help you discover Carcassonne.

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  1. Free Mobile app “Carcassonne interactive” available on App Store & Google Play.
  2. Cycle paths to get from one disctrict to another
  3. Itineraries to discover the city

Bike rental companies at your disposal:

CYCLOLIB
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CARCASSONNE

EVADEO CYCLES

Public Transport

City bus, RTCA (local company) Network

From Monday to Saturday, from 6.30am to 9pm, travel on the 11 lines of the RTCA urban network! The year is divided into two periods: “Monday to Friday during the school year” and “Saturday and school holidays“. On Sundays and public holidays, discover the “Sunday” Line serving the main areas of the city. It is very easy to get from point A to point B, here are the lines you need to know:

  • Line 3 takes you from the Canal du Midi to the Narbonnaise Gate in the Medieval City.
  • Line 4 takes you from the Canal du Midi to the Saint-Gimer church at the bottom of the Medieval City.
  • Line 2 takes you from the Canal du Midi to the Avenue du Général Leclerc below the Medieval City.
  • La ligne 2B takes you from the Canal du Midi to Medieval City and to the Cavayère Lake (see timestables)

Shuttle from Carcassonne Airport

Join the airport from the city-center or join Carcassonne as soon as you arrive at the airport.

  • 6€ per person and valid all day, free for children under 5
  • Wifi and USB plugs on board
  • To the airport, the Shuttle timetable is adapted to the flight schedule and allows you to arrive at the airport 1 hour before check-in.
  • To Carcassonne, the Shuttle departs after each flight arrival and disembarkation of passengers.
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Seasonal public transport (from june to September)

  1. The TOUC, your free 100% electric vehicle that drops you off wherever you want in the Bastide Saint-Louis.
  2. The Little Electric Train offers two circuits to discover the town centre and the medieval town. See all the stops.

Discover by car

Book a Taxi in Carcassonne

Les Taxis de Carcassonne offers you transport for all distances, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day

A fleet of 14 air-conditioned vehicles, with a capacity of 4 to 6 passengers with luggage, at your disposal for: airport and train station connections to the city centre, hotels, gites or guest houses in Carcassonne and the region, personalised journeys… Contact: +33 4 68 71 50 50

Rent a car

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CARCASSONNE

EUROPCAR

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CARCASSONNE

AVIS

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CARCASSONNE

AVIS

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CARCASSONNE

HERTZ

NATIONAL CITER
CARCASSONNE

NATIONAL CITER

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CARCASSONNE

MERCEDES-BENZ RENT

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CARCASSONNE

VTC THOURY

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Book a car with driver (excursions and discoveries)

Discover Carcassonne and its surroundings! The richness of the region’s natural and cultural heritage is sure to enchant you.  Do not hesitate to contact these specialists of the area.

  1. Trésor du Languedoc Tours : phone : +33 6 51 64 02 79 ; contact@tresor-languedoc.com
  2. Sun Tour : phone : +33 6 12 27 47 01, reservation@sun-tour.fr