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In the heart of the city of Carcassonne, La Cité!
In February 1231, Gregory IX published the constitution Excommunicamus, which prescribed life imprisonment for penitent heretics and the death penalty for stubborn heretics ... Usually, inquisitors were chosen from the new religious orders, Dominican and Franciscan. Exhibition of the sayings of the Inquisition Tower, instruments of torture of the French and Spanish Inquisitions. History and comparison of Catharism from the Middle Ages to the present day.
History buffs and the curious will cross the threshold of this museum (in two separate buildings) in the heart of the City. Also named "Museum of Torture" to be more explicit, we advise sensitive souls to refrain! Not only will you get a glimpse of the instruments of torture dating from the 12th century up to the French Revolution, but you will also see scenes of torture recreated with mannequins in period costumes. |
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Torture room, prisoner cell, animations, engravings and instruments of torture
of the Inquisition show all the genius deployed by the torturers to subdue
heretics. The torture equipment is put into realistic situations and a tour full
of true stories is offered to visitors... We therefore advise you not to bring
your cherubs, unless you blindfold them to let them admire on the second floor
illuminated models of the main castles of the Cathar country.
The visit is not guided but many small posters explain the instruments and the context of their use. If you take the time to read the explanations, count between 40 min and 1 hour maximum for the visit. Please note: every month the museum welcomes new instruments of torture used by the Inquisition against the Cathars, one of them is particularly presented and explained.
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Opening Musée de l'inquisition - Carcassonne:
- 01 January to 31 December - All days
- September to March 10am to 5pm
- April to June 10am to 6pm
- July & August 10am to 8pm
- School holidays and Saturdays 10am to 7pm.
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* Parking
* Shop
* Temporary exhibitions
* Unguided individual visits |
* Groups accepted
* Individual guided tours
* Group guided tours
* Unguided group visits
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The Medieval city of Carcassonne, 'La Cité'...
Lac de la Cavayère
Canal du Midi
Château et Remparts
de la Cité
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2500 years of history !! The imposing fortifications of the citadel of Carcassonne occupy a rocky outcrop overlooking the course of the River Aude. At the foot of their walls stretches the lower town, a bastide founded in 1248 by Louis IX. Carcassonne has been a settlement since the 6th century BC and was a Roman town, fortified during the later imperial period, before becoming a medieval citadel. It has examples of 1,000 years of military architecture and 2,600 years of history. A rich and varied tour is available and includes many areas not otherwise visited: ramparts, hoardings, projection room, lapidary museum. Guided tours, lectures or audio-guides available, subject to booking...
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Les Chasses
au Trésor: Carcassonne |
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Les Chasses au Trésor: malediction, mysteries and magic cards... Discover the region in a fun way and visit unusual or unmissable places thanks to a treasure hunt in the form of a box containing a magic card, mirror and / or other surprising clues. At the end of your adventure, a treasure awaits you... Be careful though: the treasure hunt makes you addicted! If you do one there is a good chance you will want to do more! We will have warned you... How it works ? It's very simple! Buy a “treasure hunters” box in one of the points of sale (often the town's tourist office). One box is sufficient for a family of 3/4 people or for a group of friends. Once the box in hand, you are in total autonomy. Inside the box are all the necessary items to complete your adventure. Our course last on average 1h30 but you are free to do it at your own pace. At the end of the adventure, remember to return to the tourist office (pay attention to the schedules) to collect your reward: the one, the real, the only treasure hunter badge to collect...
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Les Calèches
de la Cité
de Carcassonne |
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Stationed at the main entrance of the City Les Calèches de
la Cité de Carcassonne welcome you. Coachmen professionals will let you discover
the history and architecture of the medieval town inescapable. Visits,
accompanied by historical commentary lasting 20 minutes. Carriages, with 14
spaces, provide a departure every 10 minutes. Comfortable, they are equipped
with running boards accessible to all. The circuit between the two
fortifications can see all the periods of construction and enjoy breathtaking
views of the region...
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O2 Aventure - Carcassonne |
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O2 - an adventure park created by hanging ropes between trees where you can climb, slide and swing, including a long 'slide' over part of the Lac de la Cavayère itself. At O2 in Carcassonne, metal ropes are strung between trees to create an adventure park / sports facility called Acro-branch. Trips begin with a brief training session and all climbers are equipped with a safety harness. You have 2 short ropes attached to your harness and at any one time at least one of the ropes should be attached to the security ropes that are in place in every part of the adventure park...
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Circuit of 976 meters!
Accredited karting circuit (976 m long), open all year. Go-kart rental for those aged 7 or older (minimum height 1.30m), two-seater rental for children aged under 7. Fun racing from age 16 (minimum 6 people).
Thrill seekers, come and see Carcassonne kart track! With friends or family, come drive these small cars safely. Win'Kart offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and offers a variety of activities, whether you are a beginner or a regular. Through its international network of circuits, the Sodi W Series offers you the opportunity to sit in a tub and participate in rental karting races throughout the year and according to your desires! At each race, alone or in teams, on one of the partners circuits of SWS, you earn points.
You can check your ranking and compare your performance on each circuit, to those of other pilots who also leads there. Accessible to all, the Sodi W Series is a great way to have fun karting and otherwise, for the best of you to assert yourself as a pilot during the Great Annual International Final!...
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Le Mas de Ka - Escape Game |
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Escape Game (or Escape Room)...
Thanks to Mr K, you will have the privilege of entering a secret anarchist organization in the absence of the masters of the place. It is however likely that the adventure turns into a nightmare, unless you call on your collective and cooperative intelligence to get you out of the bad sheets in which your curiosity will have poked you. You will immerse yourself in a striking world, where sense of observation, digging, logic and team spirit will make the difference. No one can get out of this trap alone: you will have to both share your ideas and remain open to those of others! You have 90 minutes to get out of this ambush! It's your turn!
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Royal Kids Carcassonne is a fully secured indoor playground, heated in winter and air-conditioned in summer, where children play in gigantic games adapted to their age under the supervision of their parents. To have fun, to exercise, to celebrate your birthday, your Royal Kids Carcassonne play park is a unique place! Fancy a sweet or salty break?
In the indoor play park, find a cozy catering place with a view of the children playing. There is a menu with a wide choice, for young and old! For fun and conviviality, hot drinks and cold drinks. For the most greedy ... waffles, pancakes and meal formulas.
All the elements to have a good time !!!
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Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne |
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Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Wakeskate and Paddle!
Are you a beginner or a fan of board sports? To satisfy all tastes and levels, Teleski Nautique de Carcassonne offers you water skiing, wakeboarding, wakeskating and paddle boarding!
Everyone at their own pace!
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert in board sports, our team is ready to support you during your session! So don't panic! You make progress at your own pace and in complete safety! With friends, family or large groups! Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne offers you different offers depending on the desired activity and the number of participants!
Sunbathe or be active, the choice is yours! Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne is not just for the activity! It is also a relaxing place to spend a nice day by the water! Fatboy, hammock, sofas...
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Just three minutes from Carcassonne's Medieval centre lies
a whole other world in the shape of the city's Parc Australien. This
five-hectare corner of Oz at the centre of the Langue D'Oc is divided into
different zones, including the Aborigine, Ostrich and Boomerang areas. Go
panning for gold, throw a boomerang or meet a kangaroo. There's also a picnic
area and a very special nursery where your own little ones can come face-to-face
with baby kangas, emus and newly hatched ostrich chicks...
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