Cathar Castles Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Cathar Castles

City of Carcassonne
City of Carcassonne is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while in the area.

Bastide Saint-Louis
Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal du Midi and Place Carnot.

Saint-Just
While there might not be top attractions in Saint-Just, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 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 Sept 2025

Hotel La Chaumiere

La Scierie
Great value accommodation and comfy!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Appart Hotel Odalys City Centre Compans Caffarelli
Room smelled of sewage and heavy construction immediately outside of window. Shower was excellent once hot water arrived. Appreciated the free shuttle to airport.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Nemea Appart Hotel Concorde Toulouse Gare Matabiau
We were given a handicap room without any explanation or discussion! The bathroom was not comfortable for someone who is not handicapped
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Popular places to visit

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this romantic area, you can savour 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 cosy cafes.
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 travels to Carcassonne. Discover the theatre scene and monuments in this relaxing area.
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 savour the top-notch restaurants.
Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office
Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office is just one of the places to see in Carcassonne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, you can enjoy the wineries.
- Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
- Château Comtal
- Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office
- Aude Gate
- Château de Puivert
- Lac de Montbel
- Châteaux de Lastours
- Narbonnaise Gate
- Carcassonne Golf
- Château de Montségur
- Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse
- Château de Peyrepertuse
- Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
- Theatre Jean-Alary
- Raymond Chesa Leisure Park
- Pont-Neuf de Carcassonne
- Place Carnot
- The Nature Trail And The Green Labyrinth
- Maison des Memoires
- Château Chalabre
- Belvedere of the Four Castles of Lastours
- Puivert Lake
- Museum of the Middle Ages
- Château de Termes




