Historic site · France · Occitanie
La Cité de Carcassonne
Double-walled medieval citadel with dozens of pointed towers.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 3 h
For storytellers
Why La Cité de Carcassonne matters
La Cité looks like something from a fairy tale: two rings of walls, round towers capped with slate cones and a heavy gate. Inside are shops, restaurants and a castle. Come early or stay overnight to see it quiet.
Talking points
- The citadel has two rings of walls.
- A castle sits inside.
- It is lit up at night.
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