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Guided tour of the bastide of Carcassonne 1½ hours

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Guided tour for groups in Carcassonne ~ Occitanie

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Duration 1h30

Guided tour of the bastide of Carcassonne 1½ hours ~

Guided tour of the Bastide Saint-Louis, the jewel of Carcassonne's historic centre Explore the Bastide Saint-Louis, founded in the 13th century by Saint Louis, and discover the authentic face of today's city centre. Admire its 17th-century mansions, witnesses to the golden age of the cloth industry, as well as its must-see monuments: Saint-Michel Cathedral, Saint-Vincent Church, Place Carnot and the covered market halls.
Tour limited to 30 participants.

On your guided tour agenda

Itinerary of the visit of Bastide Saint-Louis

Starting point: Museum of Fine Arts

Your visit begins in front of the Museum of Fine Arts, before admiring the elegant Murat mansion with its wrought-iron balconies and majestic pediment. Here, the story of Carcassonne’s private mansions comes alive through refined architecture and timeless heritage.

Heritage and spirituality

The tour continues to the Jacobins Gate, the last remaining vestige of the four original entrances to the Bastide. You then step into Saint-Michel Cathedral, built in 1247 under the reign of Louis IX, where soaring vaults and gothic details immerse you in medieval history.

Market atmosphere on Place Carnot

You pass under the 17th-century covered market, once the city’s grain trading hub, before reaching Place Carnot. Here, the old pillory site still whispers of past traditions, narrated vividly by your guide.

Ending at the Canal du Midi harbor

The visit concludes at the Canal du Midi harbor, inaugurated in 1810 and today listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s the perfect spot to round off the experience, with the option to extend your day with a boat ride or leisurely stroll along the water. The itinerary may vary depending on the guide.

The little extras we love

  • As Bastide Saint-Louis is less well known than the medieval city, this tour offers a complementary and original view of Carcassonne.
  • A trip along the Canal du Midi is the perfect way to extend the experience with a boat ride.
  • This tour complements the tour of the Cité de Carcassonne, offering a mix of styles, from the Middle Ages to classicism.
  • Carcassonne has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also a City of Art and History since May 2015.
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Prices and terms of sale

Prices

De 1 à 30 personnes 175€

The price includes

  • Guided tour of La Bastide by a regional or national tour guide.
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Tours available in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, and French Sign Language.

The price does not include

  • Personal expenses.
  • Transportation.

Options & Extras

  • Cassoulet lunch.
  • Accommodation.
  • Guided tour of the Cité.
  • Guided tour of the Château Comtal.
  • Cruise on the Canal du Midi.
  • Cancellation insurance.
  • Tours available in Japanese, Chinese, Russian, etc. Contact us on +33 (0)4 68 11 40 76.

Conditions & Validity

  • Tours available all year round.
  • Advance booking required: 3 working days.
  • 1 guide per group of 1 to 30 people.

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