{"id":691,"date":"2024-05-17T23:05:24","date_gmt":"2024-05-17T21:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/unkategorisiert\/eintritt-tickets\/"},"modified":"2026-03-03T10:19:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T09:19:33","slug":"admission-tickets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/admission-tickets\/","title":{"rendered":"Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne: Sights without a ticket &#8211; admission prices 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='full_slider_1'  class='avia-fullwidth-slider main_color avia-shadow av-small-hide av-mini-hide  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_slideshow_full  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div  class='avia-slideshow av-m82rku9k-553737f99d3a3f8a51a12412c4172da1 avia-slideshow-no scaling av_slideshow_full avia-slide-slider av-small-hide av-mini-hide av-slideshow-ui av-control-default av-slideshow-manual av-loop-once av-loop-manual-endless av-default-height-applied   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title='carcassonne_sight_ticket' alt=''  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket.webp 1500w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket-300x92.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket-1030x314.webp 1030w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket-768x234.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket-705x215.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id='full_slider_2'  class='avia-fullwidth-slider main_color avia-shadow av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_slideshow_full  el_before_av_textblock   slider-not-first container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div  class='avia-slideshow 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 ><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"wp-image-1363 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-1363\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket2.webp\" width=\"1000\" height=\"791\" title='carcassonne_sight_ticket2' alt=''  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket2.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket2-300x237.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket2-768x607.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sight_ticket2-705x558.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div id='after_full_slider_2'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-691'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwb5ql6n-fd370255417033c550a7b7fc564a2bdd '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1>Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne: places of interest with and without admission<\/h1>\n<h3>Ticket prices 2026<\/h3>\n<p>In Carcassonne, there are attractions for which <strong>admission must be paid<\/strong>, but also some places of interest that can be <strong>visited free of charge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Which places of interest<strong> are recommended<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<li>Which sights in Carcassonne <strong>cost admission<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<li>Which sights in the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne can I<strong> visit without a ticket<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These questions are answered in this travel guide. <strong>You will also find lots of information, pictures and practical tips for discovering Carcassonne.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='avia-builder-widget-area clearfix  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><div id=\"avia_auto_toc-3\" class=\"widget clearfix avia-widget-container avia_auto_toc avia_no_block_preview\"><div class=\"avia-preview-headline\">Enfold Child Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"avia-preview-info\">Title: Contents<\/div><div class=\"avia-preview-in-front\">Table can only be rendered in frontend.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwdmq8vi-dd765827c800e6d4fc62037add1b6af4 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Places of interest in Carcassonne<\/h2>\n<p>The city of Carcassonne is divided into two parts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ville Basse<\/strong> \u2013 the modern city centre outside the fortress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cit\u00e9 M\u00e9di\u00e9vale<\/strong> \u2013 the medieval old town with numerous attractions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Cit\u00e9 M\u00e9di\u00e9vale &#8211; medieval old town<\/h4>\n<p>There are <strong>numerous attractions<\/strong> to discover in the Cit\u00e9 Medieval. For some, a ticket must be purchased, while others offer free admission.<\/p>\n<h2>#1 Ch\u00e2teau Comtal &#8211; Carcassonne&#8217;s most important sight<\/h2>\n<p>The Comtal Castle, which was built in the 12th century, is the <strong>centrepiece of the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne<\/strong>. Visitors can explore the castle&#8217;s towers, battlements and interiors, which offer an insight into medieval life. Visitors can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore the towers, battlements and interiors.<\/li>\n<li>Discover the fortress&#8217;s colourful history.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy a beautiful view of the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-161ph-02a56af10bd83a7b711b68201904eaef av_one_half  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lweq539d-334286b404297f8020b5a88c92af73dc '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_chateau_comtal.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"586\" height=\"730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_chateau_comtal.webp 586w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_chateau_comtal-241x300.webp 241w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_chateau_comtal-566x705.webp 566w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-wzbh-d00e214de4da53e4284d56e420427481 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwg3sxhm-7381e50df864e71b8aa707118a99616c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/burg_sehenswuerdigkeit.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"586\" height=\"730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/burg_sehenswuerdigkeit.webp 586w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/burg_sehenswuerdigkeit-241x300.webp 241w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/burg_sehenswuerdigkeit-566x705.webp 566w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m82rtf7y-2c37fe6a3068e665f80f204bb582c877 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><b>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f<\/b> Entrance fees 2026:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Adults:<br \/>\n<strong>\u20ac19 high season (April-September)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u20ac13 low season (October-March)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Children &amp; teenagers (up to 18 years): free<\/li>\n<li>EU citizens up to 26 years: free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Our tip: avoid queues with an online ticket<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-41ee899840124b6993b57a87f996c353 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwdmx3zg-ae94e7256858c2f6cf540b2941996582 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><blockquote>\n<p>Chomtal Castle is the <strong>most important attraction<\/strong> in the Cit\u00e9 of Carcassonne. More than <strong>3 million people visit the city<\/strong> every year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This is why there can be long queues at the ticket counter, even in the low season.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>With an online ticket, you can bypass the queue at the ticket office and go straight into the castle.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc49 Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/recommends\/en-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Booking portal for online tickets (click here)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-58a6369d5c19d308284fa729d91312fa av_one_half  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m82rxch1-4cc8e260f30475d9ac007a769349b9a5 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_1339\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1339\" class=\"wp-image-1339\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket.webp 650w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_castle_ticket-180x180.webp 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Green arrow:<\/strong> Access with online ticket \u2013 no queue<br \/><strong>Red arrow:<\/strong> Ticket office queue \u2013 waiting time of up to 1 hour depending on the number of visitors<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwdonhl0-06fc40fce990667b1fa1b38ff4f2551f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4>More information in this travel guide:<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\u21d2 Ch\u00e2teau Comtal:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/castle-chateau-comtal\/\">Tickets, prices 2026, queues &#8211; Is it worth a visit?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-109rd-567f2d7d29c0f030c7197fbd5c068059 hr-default  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwg2xq3d-8a7a4eb458ae6feb5cda92c44459f4a3 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>#2 Basilica of Saint-Nazaire &#8211; Gothic splendour<\/h2>\n<p>The Basilica of Saint-Nazaire in Carcassonne is an impressive historical building that allows visitors to experience its rich history and impressive architecture. The basilica, which was originally built in the 11th century, combines Romanesque and Gothic style elements and is home to numerous art treasures. Particularly impressive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The magnificent <strong>stained glass windows<\/strong> from the 13th and 14th century.<\/li>\n<li>The harmonious blend of <strong>Romanesque and Gothic architecture<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Regular <strong>concerts and cultural events<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u2705 Admission: free<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-11765-687fae5418bb55e10f763ccfbd4dab68 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwf5swmv-8bbaff7edbe5aed9b22dc83f25babee0 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-321\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_sehenswuerdigkeiten-180x180.webp 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-q2h5-ff23bf152500bca36d8a8768610bb629 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwepzfrb-3d4e9796426291dead7fa3f6bccd6003 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-323\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_basilika2-180x180.webp 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwepzpv5-5ab93c2f0ded148ab32b489bb6c01a4f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4>Historical background<\/h4>\n<p>The Basilica of Saint-Nazaire was built in the 11th century and was originally a cathedral. In the 13th and 14th centuries, it was extended in the Gothic style. The basilica plays an important role in the history of Carcassonne and is now part of the Cit\u00e9 of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<h3>What can visitors see?<\/h3>\n<p>Visitors can discover the architecture of the basilica, which combines Romanesque and Gothic elements. The magnificent stained glass windows from the 13th and 14th centuries, which are among the oldest in the south of France, are particularly worth seeing. These windows tell biblical stories and shine in vibrant colours.<\/p>\n<h4>Experiences<\/h4>\n<p>Upon entering the basilica, visitors are greeted by a calm and reverent atmosphere. Concerts and cultural events are often organised here to enhance the experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-qt0p-f26a275d5ce013482b092b6f0b7931a9 hr-default  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwfdoikr-4d1d7bc5c4e0e903eaa4f66b6c3b7b70 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>#3 City walls and towers \u2013 Spectacular tour<\/h2>\n<p>A walk along the ramparts and towers of the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area and is a must for every visitor.<br \/>\n<strong>A walk along the ramparts is free of charge.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_339\" style=\"width: 1110px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-339\" class=\"wp-image-339 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer.webp 1100w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer-300x132.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer-1030x454.webp 1030w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer-768x339.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_stadtmauer-705x311.webp 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The 3 km long double wall with its 52 towers offers numerous impressive views.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-xmmd-5685477a00e9c1142c6f97f8d2fced91 hr-default  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwb6514j-d4b6075efb9b28fc1eef66ac129b0bd9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>#4 Porte Narbonnaise and Porte d&#8217;Aude \u2013 The main gates of the old town<\/h2>\n<p>The Porte <strong>Narbonnaise (eastern access)<\/strong> and the <strong>Porte d&#8217;Aude (western access)<\/strong> are the two most imposing city gates in the Cit\u00e9. They were once used for defence and are impressive examples of medieval architecture.<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Admission: free<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> the city gates are beautifully lit up, especially in the evening, and provide a fantastic backdrop for a stroll.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tickets are required to visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/castle-chateau-comtal\/\">Ch\u00e2teau Comtal<\/a>, the centrepiece of the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-27qyl-4a11b73976649d52c4c38b525cd6081d av_one_half  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwfe0xjj-b69afe2122338aeb3377da4cf6bfda61 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_342\" style=\"width: 477px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-342\" class=\"wp-image-342 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_mittelalter.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"467\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_mittelalter.webp 467w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_mittelalter-200x300.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-342\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">At the city gates, you can admire the sophisticated defence technology of the Middle Ages at close quarters.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1r9d5-4a3717660ad4708cb7f7da5a324a9ddd av_one_half  avia-builder-el-28  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwfdzosd-181ade946db460e303d4b1a738943b59 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_341\" style=\"width: 477px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-341\" class=\"wp-image-341 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_stadttor.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"467\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_stadttor.webp 467w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_stadttor-200x300.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-341\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Porte d&#8217;Aude city gate (formerly Porte de Toulouse): Here you get the impression that it might have looked like this in the Middle Ages.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-yu51-1a1c5060d5dff2edbdb96d03e360c3f0 hr-default  avia-builder-el-30  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m82sbgr2-6f6b53d5bb70f4280163859ecbb47081 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>#5 The alleys of the Cit\u00e9 \u2013 experience historical flair<\/h2>\n<p>A stroll through the narrow, winding <strong>alleys of the old town<\/strong> is a wonderful experience. Here you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Discover small boutiques, caf\u00e9s and restaurants.<\/li>\n<li>Soak up the medieval atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li>Admire historic buildings and hidden courtyards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u2705 Admission: free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-41ee899840124b6993b57a87f996c353 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-32  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m82sc1yh-0d73cf52e686432667e5d7ab00e59434 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_1347\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1347\" class=\"wp-image-1347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sight_no_ticket-180x180.webp 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1347\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stroll through the winding streets of the old town: sightseeing without paying admission.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-58a6369d5c19d308284fa729d91312fa av_one_half  avia-builder-el-34  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m82sciqe-0bc515c3a2373e4a9cc7df28f51791cf '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_1352\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1352\" class=\"wp-image-1352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sehenswuerdigkeit_eintritt-180x180.webp 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can also explore the sights on a romantic evening stroll.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-av_hr-91d7ccd583a503147498e120fee2ff9b hr-default  avia-builder-el-36  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lweo80xz-c08366daffd5dc64546ec08f2b8c1ddc '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>City map &amp; Sights<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lweo8x5n-fb640a1eb889db7951c934e9753dde11 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-711\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2.webp 1050w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-1030x1030.webp 1030w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-768x767.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-180x180.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map_sights2-705x705.webp 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-av_hr-91d7ccd583a503147498e120fee2ff9b hr-default  avia-builder-el-39  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-mm8zt10x-ffae2abe8b9c62b0b77e842824d62ee2 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelguide.amsterdam\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bootstour_amsterdam_buchen.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"136\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>For optimal display:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Please hold your smartphone in landscape mode.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-mm8z4m81-0a145fde311fd7d8869795427034496d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Summary: Tickets &amp; Admission Prices for Attractions in Carcassonne (2026)<\/h2>\n<p>In the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne, many areas can be visited without a ticket.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to the medieval old town (lanes, squares, city gates and large parts of the outer fortifications) is generally free of charge.<\/li>\n<li>A ticket is primarily required for the Ch\u00e2teau Comtal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div class='avia-data-table-wrap av-av_table-4bf515526ad4883be09f3c179f155a0f avia_scrollable_table avia-table-1'><table  class='avia-table avia-data-table avia_pricing_default  avia-builder-el-42  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_hr  transfer'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Table\" ><tbody><tr class='avia-heading-row'><th class=''><\/th><th class=''><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">Ticket<br \/>\nrequired<\/div>\n<p><\/th><th class=''><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">Price<br \/>\n2026<\/div>\n<p><\/th><th class=''><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">Online<br \/>\nreservation<\/div>\n<p><\/th><\/tr><tr class=''><td class=''><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; height: 100%;\"><strong>Ch\u00e2teau Comtal:<br \/>\nThe most important<br \/>\nattraction in Carcassonne<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><\/td><td class=''>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_font_icon-e43e66f311fc2448511a177aa7c86f27\">\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-e43e66f311fc2448511a177aa7c86f27{\ncolor:green;\nborder-color:green;\n}\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-e43e66f311fc2448511a177aa7c86f27 .av-icon-char{\nfont-size:30px;\nline-height:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<span  class='av_font_icon av-av_font_icon-e43e66f311fc2448511a177aa7c86f27 avia_animate_when_visible av-icon-style- avia-icon-pos-center avia-icon-animate'><span class='av-icon-char' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue812' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><\/span><\/td><td class=''>13\u201319 \u20ac (depending on season)<br \/>\nFree admission:<br \/>\n\u2013 under 18 years<br \/>\n\u2013 EU citizens up to 26 years<\/td><td class=''><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/recommends\/en-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><br \/>\n<strong>\ud83d\udc49 Reserve tickets online:<br \/>\n\u2013 saves waiting time on site<br \/>\n\u2013 secures entry at your preferred date<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr class=''><td class=''><strong>Basilica of Saint-Nazaire:<br \/>\nGothic splendor<\/strong><\/td><td class=''>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6\">\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6{\ncolor:black;\nborder-color:black;\n}\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 .av-icon-char{\nfont-size:30px;\nline-height:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<span  class='av_font_icon av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 avia_animate_when_visible av-icon-style- avia-icon-pos-center avia-icon-animate'><span class='av-icon-char' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue813' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><\/span><\/td><td class=''><\/td><td class=''><\/td><\/tr><tr class=''><td class=''><strong>City walls and towers<\/strong><\/td><td class=''>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6\">\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6{\ncolor:black;\nborder-color:black;\n}\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 .av-icon-char{\nfont-size:30px;\nline-height:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<span  class='av_font_icon av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 avia_animate_when_visible av-icon-style- avia-icon-pos-center avia-icon-animate'><span class='av-icon-char' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue813' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><\/span><\/td><td class=''><\/td><td class=''><\/td><\/tr><tr class=''><td class=''><strong>Porte Narbonnaise<br \/>\n&amp; Porte d\u2019Aude:<br \/>\nThe main gates of the old town<\/strong><\/td><td class=''>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6\">\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6{\ncolor:black;\nborder-color:black;\n}\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 .av-icon-char{\nfont-size:30px;\nline-height:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<span  class='av_font_icon av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 avia_animate_when_visible av-icon-style- avia-icon-pos-center avia-icon-animate'><span class='av-icon-char' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue813' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><\/span><\/td><td class=''><\/td><td class=''><\/td><\/tr><tr class=''><td class=''><strong>The lanes of the old town \u2013 Cit\u00e9<\/strong><\/td><td class=''>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6\">\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6{\ncolor:black;\nborder-color:black;\n}\n.av_font_icon.av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 .av-icon-char{\nfont-size:30px;\nline-height:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<span  class='av_font_icon av-av_font_icon-b64382146ffccb39676fc3ed432fd0c6 avia_animate_when_visible av-icon-style- avia-icon-pos-center avia-icon-animate'><span class='av-icon-char' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue813' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><\/span><\/td><td class=''><\/td><td class=''><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-ocd1-700919f2265af33a96ec42c3db38fd86 hr-default  avia-builder-el-48  el_after_av_table  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-92ab5b4c5448b40ef3b82fb3d397e98e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Guided Tours in Carcassonne \u2013 Overview &amp; Booking Tips<\/h2>\n<p>In Carcassonne, numerous guided tours are available \u2013 both through the medieval Cit\u00e9 and in combination with a visit to the castle. The range extends from classic walking tours to themed specialty tours.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-41ee899840124b6993b57a87f996c353 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-50  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-92ab5b4c5448b40ef3b82fb3d397e98e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Wide Selection of Tours<\/h3>\n<p>You can choose from, among others:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Guided walking tours through the old town (Cit\u00e9) or the castle<\/li>\n<li>Combined tours including castle admission<\/li>\n<li>Themed tours (e.g. history, architecture)<\/li>\n<li>Private tours or small-group experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Especially during the high season, the selection is extensive, although individual time slots can sell out quickly.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-av_one_half-58a6369d5c19d308284fa729d91312fa av_one_half  avia-builder-el-52  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_textblock  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-92ab5b4c5448b40ef3b82fb3d397e98e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"attachment_2780\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2780\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_tour_guide.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_tour_guide.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_tour_guide-293x300.webp 293w, https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carcassonne_tour_guide-36x36.webp 36w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2780\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Many visitors explore Carcassonne on their own \u2013 however, numerous details and historical background often remain undiscovered. With a guided tour, you gain well-founded insights and fascinating additional information within a short time.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-92ab5b4c5448b40ef3b82fb3d397e98e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Our Tip: Compare Online and Book Early<\/h3>\n<p>Whenever possible, check the available tours online in advance. This allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Compare prices, content, and duration at your own pace<\/li>\n<li>Take reviews from other participants into account<\/li>\n<li>Select the tour that best matches your interests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Booking early ensures the best availability and prevents limited remaining options on site.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/recommends\/en-touren\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Clearly structured website featuring various tours and guided city walks in Carcassonne<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-av_hr-91d7ccd583a503147498e120fee2ff9b hr-default  avia-builder-el-55  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lwem2y5r-1aef2e6c4a127b89983caf5d61b88dd0 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>More information about the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne in this travel guide<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  data-slideshow-options=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fade&quot;,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false,&quot;loop_autoplay&quot;:&quot;once&quot;,&quot;interval&quot;:5,&quot;loop_manual&quot;:&quot;manual-endless&quot;,&quot;autoplay_stopper&quot;:false,&quot;noNavigation&quot;:false,&quot;show_slide_delay&quot;:90}\" class='avia-content-slider avia-content-grid-active avia-content-slider1 avia-content-slider-odd  avia-builder-el-57  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  av-slideshow-ui av-control-default   av-no-slider-navigation av-slideshow-manual av-loop-once av-loop-manual-endless '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Blog\" ><div class=\"avia-content-slider-inner\"><div class=\"slide-entry-wrap\"><article class='slide-entry flex_column  post-entry post-entry-644 slide-entry-overview slide-loop-1 slide-parity-odd  av_one_third first real-thumbnail posttype-post post-format-standard'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><a href='https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/castle-chateau-comtal\/' data-rel='slide-1' class='slide-image' title='Ch\u00e2teau Comtal Castle: Is it worth a visit? 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Visitors can explore the castle&#8217;s towers, battlements and interiors, which offer an insight into medieval life.<\/p>\n<p>There is an entrance fee for the castle. Tickets are relatively inexpensive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip: With an online ticket, you can avoid the queues at the ticket counter.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2192 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/admission-tickets\/\">More information, ticket prices 2026, pictures and tips on the sights of Carcassonne in our travel guide<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-1mljh-ed2753ad76878475f1724ff8bbc8e4f0'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler   av-inherit-border-color'  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2'>Which sights of the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne can I visit without a ticket?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' class='toggle_wrap  '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color av-inherit-border-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Carcassonne is divided into two parts: the city centre outside the fortress, known as the <strong>Ville Basse<\/strong>, and the inner fortress, known as the <strong>Cit\u00e9 M\u00e9di\u00e9vale.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Basilica of Saint-Nazaire<\/strong>, the city gates <strong>Porte Narbonnaise and Porte d&#8217;Aude<\/strong>, and all the <strong>alleys of the old town<\/strong> are accessible free of charge.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcassonneguide.city\/en\/sights-cite\/admission-tickets\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">More information, pictures and tips about the sights of Carcassonne in our travel guide<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-m82se0o5-f8345004d028e8eb7e02a9699ab81f60'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler   av-inherit-border-color'  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3'> Is a visit to the Cit\u00e9 de Carcassonne worthwhile?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' class='toggle_wrap  '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color av-inherit-border-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes! 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