Cathar Castles
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Cathar Castles
City of Carcassonne
Travelers come to City of Carcassonne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while you're in town.
Bastide Saint-Louis
Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal du Midi and Place Carnot.
Saint-Just
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint-Just and surrounding area, you can visit Musée des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria' and Rodeoraft.
Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, BW Signature Collection
We had a beautiful, large room with a canopy bed. All the furniture was elegant and antique in style. We had a huge bathroom with double sinks. The room came with robe and slippers. Our room was on the second floor reached by a spiral stone staircase. They brought our luggage to the room. Dinner ...
Reviewed on 30 September 2025
Hotel La Chaumiere
The Chaumiere is really the only good hotel in this area, decor feels a little set in the 1990's, but facilities are great and the set menu at the restaurant is a real treat. It has a nice casual feel and a very attentive owner/manager
Reviewed on 14 July 2025
Group gite sleeps 25 on a farm with private pool
Spacious house, billiards, table soccer, heated pool, 15mn from Carcassonne.
We had a great time at the house. It had everything that we needed in lovely surroundings with a great pool area. Easy access to Carcassonne and Limoux.The host was always to hand if we ever needed anything and when we met was very friendly and accomodating. We would definately recommend the ...
Reviewed on 24 September 2025
Stylish modern villa with private heated pool in scenic Trebes, near Carcassonne
Excellent property. Home from home. Nothing lacking except possibly air conditioning. However, all facilities and pool of high standard. Would certainly recommend to friends and family.
Reviewed on 21 September 2025
Gîte-Deluxe-Countryside view-Ensuite
Érick was very welcoming and the house has so many facets so you could move around to chase or avoid the sun. Ten minute walk to nearest village for bread and restaurant. The house was very clean and with lots of equipment. Wild swimming in the river raised it all another notch.
Reviewed on 7 August 2025
Popular places to visit
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Château de Puivert
After visiting Château de Puivert, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puivert. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.
Châteaux de Lastours
After visiting Châteaux de Lastours, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lastours. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
Château Comtal
After visiting Château Comtal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone
You can study the exhibits at Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Carcassonne. Discover the theater scene and monuments in this relaxing area.
Aude Gate
After visiting Aude Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
- Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone
- Rennes-le-Château Church
- Narbonnaise Gate
- Château de Montségur
- Carcassonne Golf
- Château d'Arques
- The Nature Trail And The Green Labyrinth
- Abbey of Saint-Hilaire
- Place Carnot
- Pont-Neuf de Carcassonne
- Château de Puilaurens
- Musée des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria'
- Raymond Chesa Leisure Park
- Écluse d'Herminis
- Château de Termes
- Musée du Textile et du Peigne en Corne
