Porte d’Aude — Attraction in Carcassonne

Fantastic and interesting place. It is a beautiful and impressive construction. We spend a 2 hours there, and did generally enjoy the stay. However there were alot of people, but apparently it is the second most visited place in France. In the middle of the castle, you can find alot of shops selling all kinds of stuff to all the tourists. There is also plenty of opportunity to buy something to eat. Walking around in the castle is free, however there are events that you can join, but they will cost a small fee. Parking was kind of a nightmare though. Savner you self some time, and go directly to one of the parking lots a little further away from the castle. The sign said free space, but everything was full, and trying to get back out, while people still drive in, was almost impossible. I also cost for parking. We paid 6 Euro for 2 hours. Since it was free to visit the castle, I found the price for...

River Aude gate is a closer to modern city gate to access the castle. This was a gate I choose to enter the city from the west, as it was very close to the apartment I stayed. Just across the river Ade via old stone bridge. Beautiful views from the bridge. Gate itself and surrounding walls looks like giant circles are projected to it, but its not projection, it was painted in yellow, now barely visible, but still makes a nice illusion effect. From here I entered the medieval city. Old city is free to enter as there are many restaurants, and the only part that is ticket requirement is a the Comtal castle with...

Ein Tor in die Vergangenheit – wortwörtlich!

Wenn du jemals das Gefühl hattest, durch ein Portal in eine andere Zeit zu treten – Porte d’Aude ist genau das. Dieses majestätische Stadttor ist nicht nur ein architektonisches Meisterwerk, sondern auch der dramatischste Eingang zur mittelalterlichen Festung von Carcassonne.

📸 Instagram-Spot? Check. 📖 Geschichte zum Anfassen? Check. 💪 Waden-Workout beim Aufstieg? Auch das.

Die Aussicht beim Hinaufgehen ist einfach episch – du blickst auf die Stadt, das Tal und die imposanten Mauern, die Geschichten von Rittern, Belagerungen und Legenden erzählen. Komm früh morgens oder zur goldenen Stunde, wenn das Licht die Steine zum Leuchten bringt und du fast erwartest, dass ein Ritter um die Ecke reitet.

💡 Tipp: Trag bequeme Schuhe, bring deine Kamera mit – und vergiss nicht, kurz innezuhalten und die Stille zu genießen. Hier spürt man Geschichte.

Ein absolutes Muss in Carcassonne. Wenn du nur ein Foto machst – mach es hier. Und wenn du nur ein Tor nimmst –...