Roullens

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Roullens is a commune in the Aude department in southern France. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~470 pplArea: 3.05 mi²Coordinates: 43°9'57"N, 2°16'27"E

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Roullens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cité de Carcassonne, Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne Cathedral, Pont Marengo.

5.3 miNE
Historic Fortified City
Cité de Carcassonne, Carcassonne
135 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...
5.2 miNE
1100s Gothic church with stained glass
Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne
134 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...
5 miNE
Catholic cathedral resembling a fortress
Carcassonne Cathedral, Carcassonne
127 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.
5.3 miNE
Bridge
Pont Marengo, Carcassonne
136 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.
4.8 miNE
Botanical garden
Épanchoir de Foucaud
124 min walk • The Épanchoir de Foucaud is a small botanical garden located in Pennautier just outside Carcassonne, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, France. It contains a collection of Mediterranean plants set about an épanchoir of the Canal du Midi, that is, a spillway for the canal's excess water. The garden is open daily without charge.
4 miNW
Forts and castles
Château d'Arzens, Arzens
103 min walk • The Château d'Arzens is a castle in the commune of Arzens in the Aude département of France. The castle dates from the 15th and 16th centuries. The castle is privately owned. It has been listed since 1948 as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture.
5 miN
Canal
Épanchoir de Villeséque
127 min walk • The Épanchoir de Villeséque is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi immediately to the west of the single lock of the Villeséquelande Lock and southeast of the village of Villesèquelande.
5.1 miN
Aqueduct
Sauzens Aqueduct
131 min walk • The Sauzens Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. It is near the village of Villesèquelande, France.
4.7 miN
Aqueduct
Elfaix Aqueduct
121 min walk • The Elfaix Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. It is near Villesèquelande France.
4.6 miNE
Aqueduct
Saume Aqueduct
118 min walk • The Saume Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. It is near Carcassonne.
4.8 miNE
Canal
Épanchoir de Foucaud
124 min walk • The Épanchoir de Foucaud is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi west of Carcassonne. The waters are used for the Épanchoir de Foucaud botanical garden.