CarcassonneDates

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Walking Tours hosted by citecarcassonne.org

2 hours (approx.)

Up to 12 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in English

About

It is the passion for the history of the Cathar knights and castles that will completely draw you into this very powerful story of the Albigensian crusade. The tour guide will transport you very quick...
  • the national speaker guide
  • What's not included

  • Entrance to Château Comtal (paying entrance fee reduced rate of 9.50 per adult free under 18 years old)

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop atCarcassonne Center

    We start our visit by discovering the ramparts and the main panoramic viewpoints, then we enter the City to discover the exterior part of the Château Comtal, the streets of the City, the Basilica of Saint Nazaire and the Hotel de la Cité. The walking tour allows you to discover in detail the city of Carcassonne and its medieval history. We evoke the most important period of the 12th and 13th centuries: the time of the Cathars and knights such as Trencavel (lord of Carcassonne) and Xabert de Barbaira who fought with Courage and self-sacrifice to defend the populations during the crusade led by Pope Innocent Three and Simon de Montfort.

    1 hours and 10 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atChateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne

    After visiting the City, we enter the count's castle to visit the museum, then you will climb to the top of the ramparts to reach the main entrance to the City of Carcassonne.

    50 minutes (approx.)Admission not included

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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