Your Program in the Heart of the City

Enter the Fortified City

Pass through the barbican, cross the stone bridge and the gate with its dual defence system to enter the courtyard of the Royal Fortress of Carcassonne, a true medieval gem at the heart of the medieval Cité of Carcassonne.

Explore Historic Spaces

Discover the courtyards, the Palace, the lodgings and the Keep. Admire exhibitions and the Lapidary Museum. A 12-minute immersive film, combining 3D images and real footage, illustrates the construction of the City and its restoration by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century.

Enjoy Unique Panoramas

Walk along the hoardings, the museum rooms and the ramparts. End your visit with stunning views of the Aude landscapes and the fortifications of the Medieval City.

A Journey Through Centuries

From its occupation in the 6th century BC to the Trencavel counts’ power and then the royal fortifications, the City reveals its two walls and 52 towers. Allow at least 1h30 for this visit.

The little extras (we love)

A visit that delights from start to finish, with impressive ramparts, stunning views and a fascinating journey through the history of Carcassonne.

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Discover the Royal Fortress and the ramparts of Carcassonne
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Explore 2,500 years of history in the heart of the famous fortified city
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Admire exceptional views from the historic walkway on the ramparts

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Prices and terms of sale

Prices

Adulte

€13.00

The price includes

Self-guided tour of the Royal Fortress and the ramparts, with a visitor’s guide.

Options & Extras

Cancellation insurance

Conditions & Validity

Select your visit date.

From 1 April to 30 September: 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Last admission to the castle: 5:00 p.m.
Last admission to the ramparts: 5:45 p.m.
From 1 October to 31 March: 9.30am to 5pm
Last admission to the castle: 3.45pm
Last admission to the ramparts: 4.15pm

Practical information

The ramparts close 30 minutes before closing time and the cloakrooms 15 minutes before.
Guided tours are available in French and English (duration 45 minutes). Tours depart from the main courtyard of the count's castle at no extra charge to the admission fee, subject to guide availability.

Closures

Closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.
On 14 July, due to the fireworks display, both ramparts are closed to visitors for safety reasons, and the monument will close exceptionally at 5.30 pm.

Groups

To benefit from the group rate, which applies to groups of 20 people or more, please contact Sudfrance.fr on +33 (0)4 68 11 40 76.

Accepted payment methods

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A tour of the Royal Fortress of Carcassonne and its ramparts

A Journey into the Medieval City