Villegly
#8486 among destinations in France
Facts and practical information
Villegly is a commune in the Aude department in southern France. ()
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Villegly – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Cité de Carcassonne, Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Châteaux de Lastours, Carcassonne Cathedral.
6.7 miSW Historic Fortified CityCité de Carcassonne, Carcassonne
172 min walk • The Cité de Carcassonne is a fortified medieval stronghold that stands as a historical gem in the city of Carcassonne, France. This impressive fortress, with origins dating back to the Roman period, is renowned for its double-walled fortifications and 53 watchtowers...
1100s Gothic church with stained glassBasilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne
174 min walk • Nestled within the medieval fortifications of Carcassonne, the Basilique Saint-Nazaire stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural prowess. This basilica, a blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles, is a must-visit for anyone exploring the charming...
Forts and castlesChâteaux de Lastours, Lastours
120 min walk • The Châteaux de Lastours are four so-called Cathar castles in the French commune of Lastours in the département of l'Aude. The four castles are on a rocky spur above the village of Lastours, isolated by the deep valleys of the Orbeil and Grésilhou rivers.
Catholic cathedral resembling a fortressCarcassonne Cathedral, Carcassonne
175 min walk • Carcassonne Cathedral is a cathedral and designated national monument in Carcassonne, France. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Carcassonne and Narbonne.
AqueductOrbiel Aqueduct, Trèbes
126 min walk • The Orbiel Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. Until its building, the canal crossed the River Orbiel on the level. A dam on the Orbiel was demolished and replaced with the Aqueduct. It was built in 1686-87 by Antoine Niquet and designed by Marshal Sebastien Vauban, It is found in the city of Trèbes.
BridgePont Marengo, Carcassonne
166 min walk • The Pont Marengo crosses the Canal du Midi and links Carcassonne to the local railway station. The busy canal lock at Port Marengo is a tourist attraction as the canal boats work their way along the canal.
AqueductFresquel Aqueduct
122 min walk • The Fresquel Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. Until its building, the canal crossed the River Fresquel on the level. Built in 1802–1810, the structure is near Carcassonne. It was built when the canal was rerouted to pass through Carcassonne.
CanalDéversoir de St-Jean, Carcassonne
145 min walk • The Déversoir de St-Jean is a weir for water release from the Canal du Midi immediately to the east of the St-Nazaire Aqueduct and northeast of Carcassonne.
Épanchoir de Charques
105 min walk • The Épanchoir de Charques is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi east of the Fresquel Single Lock and southeast of the village of Villemoustaussou in France.
ChurchSaint Stephen's Church, Trèbes
133 min walk • The church of Saint-Etienne de Trèbes is a church located in the commune of Trèbes, in the department of Aude, in the Occitanie region. It is dedicated to Saint Étienne and depends on the diocese of Carcassonne.
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