With 3 km of medieval walls and 52 towers, this UNESCO World Heritage site has been guarding the Aude River for centuries. Once saved from demolition by architect Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century, it now stands as one of Europe’s best-preserved citadels. Bonus: it inspired the famous board game! 🎲✨
Bicycling Bicycling France Bicycling South of France Biking Biking France biking south of france Carcassonne Cycling Cycling Carcassonne France Cycling France Cycling south of france European preserved medieval city France france tourisme French medieval town Occitane south of france travel history unesco world heritage visit europe