Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts Tickets

Name: Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts Tickets
Brand: Esperienze YallaYalla
SKU: CIV-61571
Price: 18.64 EUR
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Description

The fortress and its surrounding walls in Carcassonne rank among the most remarkably preserved medieval strongholds across Europe. Engage with its intriguing past by securing your admission.

Reasons to Explore Carcassonne Castle

The iconic and seemingly indestructible fortress of Carcassonne witnessed intense battles as the French and Aragonese fought for dominion over this vital region during the Middle Ages.

Your admission grants access to the historical Romanesque Chapel of the Bastion, the Machicolations—defensive structures designed to release projectiles on adversaries—and the Barbican, an elevated entry point overlooking the moat.

This ticket also permits exploration of the ramparts of the citadel. You can meander at your leisure along the fortified periphery of this medieval town, discovering various towers and battlements. The vantage points offer remarkable panoramas of the Aude river valley.

A glimpse from the ramparts provides an excellent view of the charming historical center of Carcassonne, highlighted by the graceful Saint-Nazaire basilica and the impressive Narbonne Gate.

Operating Hours

The operational hours for Carcassonne Castle are outlined below:

April 1 to September 30: from 11 am to 6:30 pm
October 1 to March 31: from 9:30 am to 4:15 pm

Remember, the last entry is accepted 45 minutes prior to closing time.

On December 24 and 31, the castle and walls will close at 4 pm.

These times may be subject to change, so it's advisable to verify before planning your visit.

Free Entry

Entry to the Castle and walls of Carcassonne is complimentary for certain groups:

Individuals aged 18 to 25 from the European Union.
Visitors under 18, regardless of nationality.

To obtain the free admission mentioned, you must visit the ticket office on-site and provide a valid form of ID to verify your eligibility.

Furthermore, complimentary admission is available for all on the first Sunday of each month from January to March and November to December, as well as on the third weekend in September.

What's included

Fast track ticket to the castle and ramparts of Carcasonne

Cancellation policy

Non rimborsabile

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation. Information in accessible formats. Offers technological adaptations for the deaf. Signage with easily recognisable pictograms.

Important information

You can access the monument from the following address in Carcassonne: 1 Rue Violet-le-Duc.

Opening Times

The opening times of Carcassonne Castle are as follows:

April 1 to September 30: from 11 am to 6:30 pm
October 1 to March 31: from 9:30 am to 4:15 pm

Please keep in mind that final admission is 45 minutes before closing time.

On December 24 and 31, the castle and walls will close at 4 pm.

We recommend going after 11 am to avoid the morning crowds.

Please note, the indicated times are subject to last-minute changes. To check if there are any specific closures on the day of your visit, please visit the monument's website: http://www.remparts-carcassonne.fr/.

Free Admission

Admission to the castle and walls of Carcassonne is free for the following individuals:

Young people from the European Union between 18 and 25 years old.
Children under 18 years old, regardless of their nationality.

In order to acquire the free admission mentioned above, you'll have to go to the site’s ticket office and present a valid ID demonstrating your eligibility for a free ticket.

Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31, between November 1 and December 31, and the third weekend of September.