Toulouse to Carcassonne Day Trip β This highly-rated, affordable tour includes hassle-free, round-trip transportation! Not only was it a relatively easy and cheap excursion, but the city was an absolute delight to wander around. The city wall and towers of the medieval citadel are magnificent and well-preserved. That being said, I can acknowledge that this city may not be exactly worth visiting for everyone. For example, if you are looking for somewhere that is bustling with people and attractions to visit and see like in Paris , then this is likely not the place for you.
For anyone who has never heard of the city, Carcassonne is a French fortified city located in the Occitanie region in the Southern part of France.
Unfortunately, the medieval citadel was destroyed during the Cathar Crusade that took place in the early 13th century. I know it can be tempting to say Car-cass-oh-ne , but the word has three distinct syllables, not four.
With Carcassonne being located only 95 km or 60 miles from the center of Toulouse, there are a few different ways to get there: by car, by train , and by tour. The first way to get to Carcassonne is by car. Understandably, this is a great option if already have a car, have access to one via a friend or acquaintance, or are keen on renting a car.
You can pass through the idyllic French countryside, make a few pitstops in other small towns along the way, and travel at your own pace. And if you choose to drive directly from Toulouse to Carcassonne, you can comfortably get there in about an hour and 45 minutes.
