Carcassonne, France

Carcassonne Travel Guide

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Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Population: 49.6 thous. (2020)Area: 25.13 mi²Elevation: 463 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°12'27"N, 2°21'47"E
Location

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Carcassonne Top Attractions

Carcassonne Attractions - What to See and Explore

Carcassonne offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cité de Carcassonne, Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne Cathedral, Lac de la Cavayère. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • lac de la cavayere carcassonne
  • pont marengo carcassonne
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  • croisieres lou gabaret bateau de promenade carcassonne
  • centre omnisport carcassonne olympique
  • porte narbonnaise carcassonne
Day trips

Carcassonne – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Carcassonne, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Châteaux de Lastours (Lastours), Canigou, Oppidum d'Ensérune.

  • chateaux de lastours8.9 miN
  • canigou48 milesS
  • oppidum denserune38 milesE
  • chateau darques18 milesS
  • chateau de durban27 milesSE

Best Time To Visit Carcassonne

Learn when is the best time to travel to Carcassonne weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July. Most of it rains in October and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience Carcassonne

cuisine

Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Carcassonne?

What is the best time to visit Carcassonne?

July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit occitanie Occitanie region page or discover the top tourist attractions in France.