Carcassonne self-guided walking tour with audio app
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Embark on a fascinating exploration of Carcassonne's landmarks with the aid of a handy audio guide app on your smartphone. This tour is expertly crafted to allow you to discover the city in a short span, beginning at the train station, meandering through the lower town, and culminating in an ascent into the fortress.As you follow the route mapped out on the app, you'll encounter the legendary Canal du Midi, the formidable defensive walls and gates of Carcassonne, and the city's intriguing museums and medieval reenactment camp. The journey continues to the imposing Castle of the Dukes of Carcassonne - Chateau Comtal, and concludes at the Basilica of St. Nazarius.Once the tour data is downloaded, the app operates offline, allowing you to savour enthralling stories and legends at your own pace, without the pressure of keeping up with a tour group. The audio guide is best experienced through headphones. If time is limited and you have just one day to visit Carcassonne, this audio guide app is an excellent companion, revealing not only the city's highlights but also other hidden gems in the region.
Highlights
- You'll get a glimpse into the fascinating history of the city of Carcassonne
- There are fortress defences to examine, helping you understand their medieval effectiveness
- You can imagine the lives of people in medieval Carcassonne as you explore
- The tour includes some of the oldest stained glass windows in France to admire
- It's a treasure hunt for artefacts connected to captivating local legends
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian, Polish
What's included
- Audio-guided tour
- Downloadable APP
- Multilingual audio commentary
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Tour guide
Where you'll meet
The tour begins at the Carcassonne train station. This is a self-guided tour; there will be no guide present at the meeting point. Open the TouringBee app, start the Carcassonne city tour, and follow the designated route.
Operated by
TouringBee Limited
Important information
Know in advance:
* The audio guide is available through the TouringBee mobile app for iOS and Android
* You will receive an email with activation instructions within 3-5 minutes after purchasing. Follow the instructions to activate your purchase before you go on the tour
* Entry tickets to the walls and museums are not included and must be purchased separately in advance
* The tour does not cover all the city sights
* The audio guide can be accessed at any time. The date and time provided during checkout are approximate
Remember to bring:
* Headphones