Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Castelnaudary		Villeneuve-la-Comptal at 4.7 km (7 min)
Insee code	11076		Peyrens at 5.4 km (6 min)
Postcode	11400		Souilhanels at 5.8 km (7 min)
Latitude	43.3171180		Fendeille at 6 km (7 min)
Longitude	1.9533300		Ricaud at 7.8 km (8 min)
Altitude	From 145 to 215 meters		Issel at 7.8 km (8 min)
Surface	47.72 km²		Puginier at 8 km (8 min)
Population	11308 inhabitants		Souilhe at 8.4 km (9 min)
Density	251 inhabitants/km²		Tréville at 8.5 km (9 min)
National label			Saint-Martin-Lalande at 8.6 km (8 min)
Chief town	Carcassonne (at 42 km, 33 min)		Mireval-Lauragais at 9.2 km (10 min)
Department	Aude		Saint-Papoul at 9.3 km (9 min)
Region	Languedoc-Roussillon		Search another town

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Castelnaudary, situated between Toulouse and Carcassonne in the heart of the Pays Lauragais, was built around a castle in the 12th century. Besieged twice during the crusade against the Cathars, the castle was razed in 1229. Catherine de Medici is making a Castelnaudary senechaussee whose headquarters will be the "Présidial. Criminal and civil court until the Revolution, it will only prison until 1926. Here the Canal du Midi will be inaugurated May 19, 1681 via a lavish ceremony on the Great Basin, the largest body of water (7 hectares) on the whole route along 240 km. The city that hosts the Foreign Legion since 1975, has about 12,000 inhabitants and is the world capital of Cassoulet dish celebrated annually on the last weekend of August.

• A rich heritage to discover ...

• The port, the large pool and 4 locks St Roch (Canal du Midi): it is Castelnaudary that was officially opened on Canal Royal du Languedoc May 19, 1681. Pierre-Paul Riquet it was the only develop urban water plan (7 hectares) on the 240 km that has the channel. Port renamed until the 19th century, it is Castelnaudary that were built, among other things, the flat bottom boats that plied the canal. Come discover the port, the great basin and particularly the four locks St Roch. For individuals, you can sail on a boat ride and summer tours in costume night of the 17th century are on offer.
• The Chapel of Our Lady of Mercy: the chapel is unique in France, built outside the city walls in the 16th century, contains an exceptional collection of 10 panels of gilded wood carved in the 18th century on the theme of the Week Ste.
• The mill Cugarel: noble relic of the 32 mills that were Castelnaudary the 17th century, the mill Cugarel operate until 1921. This mill is built in local stone, its truncated form is typical of mills Lauragais. The restored building in 1962 includes all of its internal mechanism ...
• The collegiate church of Saint-Michel, built in the 13th century in the style Southern Gothic parish church of Saint Michael was elevated to college in 1318 by Pope John XXII. It is long at the center of the ancient city. The college offers great Cavaille-Coll organ.
• The Présidial: Catherine de Medici was the seat of his seneschal in 1554. The Court of Justice called Présidial is then built next to the castle, the latter demolished in 1623. A prison will be built adjacent to and run until 1926. Today the Court is a primary school and jail an exhibition called "Museum Lauragais.
• Very beautiful mansions in the old town to discover step.

• In July and August: every Thursday evening from 18h30 to 23h, night markets (crafts and local produce).
• Fireworks on July 13.
• Day Cassoulet: end of August. Entertainment and free concerts of course with cassoulet dinner tent.
• Frequently Asked Bold: the first Sunday in December. The largest of the department.

• Abbey of St. Papoul.
• Castle Saissac.
• Village Book Montolieu.
• Point Divide the Canal du Midi in Naurouze threshold.
• Bram, village Circulade.
• Canal du Midi.
• Revel, a former country house with its Saturday market (one of the most beautiful in France), City Furniture and wood.

The cassoulet		Castelnaudary from Great Basin
The cassole		Details of a mansion

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 1°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

Les deux acacias Villepinte Located in the heart of Cathar country, in a building of 14 century, ideal to enjoy a cassoulet with duck confit house, a faith gras, lanyards duck with prunes, nuts of St. Jacques... Located 11.6 km from Castelnaudary From 15 € to 25 € per person

Auberge Montplaisir Bram Restaurant motel road park trees 600 metres canal du Midi between Carcassonne and castelnaudary. Located 15.7 km from Castelnaudary From 10 € to 15 € per person

Auberge du Poids PUblic   7 Saint-Félix-Lauragais Hotel-restaurant located in a charming village in lauragais for a relaxing stay and fine food and as for seminar or group meals and family. Sights around, close to Toulouse-Albi and... Located 15.7 km from Castelnaudary From 55 € to 80 € per person

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Chambres d'Hôtes Domaine de Las Planques     9.7 Vaudreuille Charming B&B in the main house of the domain, parc, pool, near to Toulouse and Carcassonne and 5 min away from the lake of St Ferréol. Located 12.3 km from Castelnaudary From 75 € to 85 € the double room

Métairie de Dreuilhe     9.2 Revel 4 km from Revel, in the hamlet of Dreuilhe at the foot of Black Mountain and St. Ferreol, not far from the road to St Jacques de Compostela, this guest house offers a friendly stop.... Located 13.3 km from Castelnaudary 56 € the double room

Domaine de Bel Air Bas   Les Cammazes At the heart of the Montagne Noire and the Parc Naturel Régional du Haut-Languedoc, in a privileged environment, the Domaine de Bel Air Bas (601 m) warmly welcomes you to a beautiful... Located 14.2 km from Castelnaudary From 50 € to 56 € the double room

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Magnifique propriete du xviiie Montferrand 18th house in a rural setting in Lauragais Country, with its large rooms and original furniture. A calm and tranquility assured. Passrr ideal place to holiday with friends or family.... Located 11.2 km from Castelnaudary From 1300 € to 2800 € per week

Gîte 'Les Volubilis' La Pomarède 1st floor apartment of an old farm lauragaise inhabited by its owners. Equipped with every comfort, it features a large living / dining room and kitchen, opening widely to the south.,... Located 11.6 km from Castelnaudary From 300 € to 600 € per week

La Forge - Propriété avec piscine   9.3 Mourvilles-Hautes Our property is located half way between Toulouse and Carcassonne, the rolling hills of Lauragais. The property features two apartments with a total capacity of 10. Our first holiday... Located 16.5 km from Castelnaudary From 450 € to 990 € per week

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Camping*** domaine St-Laurent / Aude     8.8 Montferrand Between Toulouse and Carcassonne, near the Canal du Midi and several lakes, the St. Lawrence area welcomes you on 21 acres of unspoiled nature with pool, ping-pong, playground, sauna,... Located 13 km from Castelnaudary From 14 € to 22 € per day

Le CATHARE     9.6 Belflou A 5O km from Toulouse and Carcassonne, in the seventeenth century a priory on the banks of Lake Ganguise (400 hectares), in lush greenery and calm in the country cassoulet. Located 13.5 km from Castelnaudary 14 € per day

Camping de montolieu    8.8 Montolieu Enjoy the campsite reception Montolieu, 100m² well-defined location, spacious and functional health, washing machine, playground for kids, games room, meeting room with free wireless... Located 21 km from Castelnaudary From 10 € to 14 € per day

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Hôtel Clos Fleuri Saint Siméon      7.5 Castelnaudary This hotel is located 450 metres from the Canal du Midi between Toulouse and Carcassonne. It provides en suite accommodation, a restaurant and a swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is available.... Located in Castelnaudary Room from 49 €

Hotel Du Centre Et Du Lauragais      7.6 Castelnaudary This hotel offers affordable accommodation in the centre of Castelnaudary. It is located on the main street, a 5-minute walk from the Grand Bassin. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access.... Located in Castelnaudary Room from 50 €

Hôtel De France      7 Castelnaudary This hotel is located in the centre of Castelnaudary, between Toulouse and Carcassone. It is directly accessible from the D113 motorway and offers private parking and free Wi-Fi internet... Located in Castelnaudary Room from 52 €

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