Acrobranche O2 Aventure

In the area of Lac de La Cavayere you can find this acrobatic park. There are different trails of different levels with monkey bridges, wall climbing, Tarzan jumps and much more. For parents or anyone who is not fond of heights and adrenalin kicks of this sort there are also picnic areas to watch the spectacle from.

• Web:

  www.o2aventure.com

• Address:

  Lac de La Cavayere, Carcassonne

• Phone:

  +33 4 68 25 33 83

Basilica Saint Nazaire

The “Jewel of the Cité” (11th-14th centuries) is a prime example of Norman and Gothic architecture existing comfortably side by side. It is home to the tomb of Bishop Pierre de Rochefort (14th century) and one of the oldest and most important organs of South of France. This national monument offers masses every Sunday at 11 am.

• Address:

  Place Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne

Bastide Saint Louis

The Bastide Saint Louis is the heart of Carcasonne, built in 1260, to a checkerboard layout around the Place Carnot and its colourful market. Wandering in rich southern French charm, you will see beautiful religious buildings like Church Saint Vincent, private mansions as well as restful parks and gardens. Among top attractions is the Gothic-styled Saint-Michel Cathedral, which features a wealth of objects of worship and art work.

• Address:

  Place Carnot, Carcassonne

Canal du Midi

Nearby Bastide Saint Louis, you can continue your visit along the famous Canal du Midi that is suitable for its fine trekking, but there are also several boat trips to choose from. The canal was built in the 17th century and together with some other waters it connects the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Canal du Midi is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Carcassonne Croisière offers plenty of fun and relaxing boat trips:

• Web:

  www.carcassonne-navigationcroisiere.com

• E-mail:

  lougabaret.canaldumidi@wanadoo.fr

• Address:

  Port de Carcassonne, Carcassonne

• Phone:

  +33 680 475 433

• More info:

  Carcassonne Croisière is located nearby Carcassonne SNCF train station

Centre Culturel De La Memoire Combattante

This small museum is located very close to the medieval city walls. Its exhibition with photos, recollections, uniforms and memorabilia focus on the French military history and it has a section that shows the local area during World War II. There is also a small library featuring journals and books that deals with this topic.

• Web:

  www.centre-de-la-memoire-combattante.webnode.fr

• E-mail:

  memoirecombattante@sfr.fr

• Address:

  102 Rue Trivalle, Carcassonne

• Phone:

  +33 4 68 72 40 16

Château Comtal

Originally the dwelling of powerful feudal lords, the The Château Comtal (Count’s Castle) has undergone many changes over the centuries. This very well looked after and repaired 12th century Medieval castle is part of Cité de Carcassonne (the medieval city). Learn more about its history by taking an informative audio tour. The castle also houses a small museum with historical painting, statues and relics.

• Address:

  1, rue Viollet le Duc, Carcassonne