Carcassonne: Before You Go

Carcassonne has an entire city that is a castle, in Le Cite, the fortified upper city. These massive ramparts atop a hill provide broad views of the lower city below. In Carcassonne, visitors stroll along the cobblestone streets, browsing shops selling Medieval wares, or nibbling on the classic peasant stew cassoullet at various cafes. Read Carcassonne: Before You Go for some of the basics for planning your trip, and making it go smoothly.