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Catharian castle, Carcassonne, France

 
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Distance from city center: 0.6mi
Wazling's pictureby Wazling History & Culture travel tip
added on the 17th of August, 2009
If you are close, you should take a look at the impressing Castel at Carcassone. It also offers a great view over the city.

Address:
Tél : +33 4 68 11 70 70
Fax : +33 4 68 11 12 27
cite.carcassonne@monuments-nationaux.fr
http://www.carcassonne.monuments-nationaux.fr/

Price:
Guided tours:
People under the age of 18 get an discount or are free.

Opening Hours:
October till march: 10.00-17 o'clock
april bis september: 10:00-18.30 o'clock

 
 
 
 
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