The attractive fortified town of Carcassonne is located at the crossroads of two major ancient roads, the route connecting the Atlantic and the Mediterranean and the route leading from the Massif Central to Spain. The city was settled as early as 3500 BC and was fortified by the Romans in 100 BC. While most people come to this fairy-tale walled city to explore the medieval history of the region, it's also worth spending a few days just soaking up the town's provincial atmosphere, complete with traditional French open-air markets, sidewalk cafés, and cobblestone streets. The narrow streets of Carcassonne's walled city are also perfect for a stroll at night, when the fortress is illuminated with glowing lights.

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	1. Hotel du Soleil Le Terminus 2, Avenue Marechal Joffre 4. Hotel Montmorency 2 Rue Camille Saint Saens Montã?E Gaston Combeleran 2. Best Western Le Donjon Les Remparts 2 Rue Du Comte Roger, Cite Medievale 5. Au Royal Hotel 22 Boulevard Jean Jaurès 3. Mercure Carcassonne Porte de La Cite 18 rue Camille Saint-Saens 6. Aragon 5, Rue Combeleran Se flere oplysninger om hoteller i Carcassonne »«