PRIVATE TOUR OF CARCASSONNE
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR
Openings
Half-day afternoon, half-day morning, 1.5 hours
Description
In the region of Occitanie exists a French fortified city called Carcassonne.
Highlights - Learn about
County of Carcassonne
Albigensian Crusades
Crown of Aragon
Treaty of Corbeil (1258)
Treaty of the Pyrenees
It is well known for its medieval citadel, surrounded by numerous watchtowers and double-walled fortifications. Discover the chronicles of Roman history, as the city was once ruled by them, and also admire a glimpse of Roman artistry in medieval architecture. Experience the trail of history starting from Square Gambetta from where the old walled city begins, to the Saint-Gimer church and journey through the high medieval ages in this famed walled city that is called “The Camelot of France”, and has even inspired a strategy board game by the same name.
Itinerary - Points of interest
Square Gambetta
Chapelle Notre Dame de la Santé
Porte Narbonnaise
Château Comtal
Basilique Saint-Nazaire
Eglise Saint-Gimer
Instructions
Meeting point: Square Gambetta, 11000 Carcassonne, France // Start/Opening time: depending on time selected // End/Closing time: depending on time selected // End point: Eglise Saint-Gimer, Place Saint-Gimer, 11000 Carcassonne, France // Duration: 1,5 hours // Inclusions: Private Local Guide // Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrances // Voucher type: Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity
A. France
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the Tour start time.
End point
· Saint-Gimer Church.
