13 Activities
Road Trip to Carcassonne and Perpignan
Starts from
Toulouse
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
13
Duration
10 hrs 40 min
Length
143 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Toulouse
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
10 hrs 40 min
Length
143 mi
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Gastronomy
Alicja Pretka
Travel Expert
- See the gigantic statue of Salvador Dalí statue in Perpignan.
- Enjoy the walk along the charming cobbled streets of Cité de Carcassonne.
- Feel the breeze on your face at beautiful Saint-Cyprien.
This journey is like a symphony – it takes you from the old times when time has stopped, where there was no rush and then towards the modern life, alive with laughs, smiles, and sounds of gulls on the clear sky.
First, you get yourself familiar with the poets of Béziers. Then you will experience how it was to live in the medieval city of Carcassonne. Taste the Catalase specialities in Perpignan, the former continental capital of Mallorca, and finish the day on the seashore.
Enjoy the architecture, lovely food and magnificent places of the Occitanie region.
First, you get yourself familiar with the poets of Béziers. Then you will experience how it was to live in the medieval city of Carcassonne. Taste the Catalase specialities in Perpignan, the former continental capital of Mallorca, and finish the day on the seashore.
Enjoy the architecture, lovely food and magnificent places of the Occitanie region.
Categories
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Gastronomy
This journey is like a symphony – it takes you from the old times when time has stopped, where there was no rush and then towards the modern life, alive with laughs, smiles, and sounds of gulls on the clear sky.
First, you get yourself familiar with the poets of Béziers. Then you will experience how it was to live in the medieval city of Carcassonne. Taste the Catalase specialities in Perpignan, the former continental capital of Mallorca, and finish the day on the seashore.
Enjoy the architecture, lovely food and magnificent places of the Occitanie region.
First, you get yourself familiar with the poets of Béziers. Then you will experience how it was to live in the medieval city of Carcassonne. Taste the Catalase specialities in Perpignan, the former continental capital of Mallorca, and finish the day on the seashore.
Enjoy the architecture, lovely food and magnificent places of the Occitanie region.
Alicja Pretka
Travel Expert
- See the gigantic statue of Salvador Dalí statue in Perpignan.
- Enjoy the walk along the charming cobbled streets of Cité de Carcassonne.
- Feel the breeze on your face at beautiful Saint-Cyprien.
Day Itinerary
13 Activities
Day 1
141 mi2 mi
Exploring Southern France: from Castle to Seaside and Salvador Dali
This journey will open up to you the stunning experiences, totally unforgettable for your senses. Walking along cobblestone road in the medieval town of Carcassonne, you feel like being taken back to the time in history when this famous citadel was just built.
08:3030 min
Plateau des Poètes
Welcome to Béziers! Have a stop at this park, located right in the heart of Béziers park. Designed in English style with a calming stoned waterfall and numerous statues of famous French, local poets — is a great way to start your French journey.
2.3 mi
10 min
09:1530 min
The Nine Locks of Fonseranes
Another important landmark in Béziers is the Nine Locks on Canal du Midi. The channel itself is a miracle, whilst the locks and lock houses along it are a something to admire and discover, while travelling in the region.
54.9 mi
1 hr
10:505 min
Car Park
Park your car here to explore the medieval city of Carcassonne and have a traditional dinner at a bistrot.
0.3 mi
5 min
11:001 hr
Cité de Carcassonne
Take a stroll inside the medieval village walls from the Porte Narbonnaise where echo of the past is still existing in everyday life of local residents. The Citadel of Carcassonne is a heart of the town and was added to Unesco World Heritage List in 1997.
0.2 mi
5 min
12:1530 min
Basilique Saint Nazaire
The church in its form represents the Gothic—Romanesque marriage of styles. With rose-shaped window located on the facade of the basilica and magnificent vibrant stained-glass windows brightening up the churches indoors with rays of colours are the significant elements of this time.
0.3 mi
5 min
13:001 hr
Maison du Cassoulet
Have a traditional bean dish for lunch within the ancient city walls. Try cassoulet – it is a sort of rich bean soup, cooked here since the Middle Ages. Be prepared, the food is really nourishing.
0.2 mi
5 min
14:055 min
Car Park
Pick up the car to continue your journey.
70.4 mi
1 hr 20 min
15:305 min
Car Park
You arrived in Perpignan, called the heart of French Catalan. This medieval town is a pleasant blend of French and Spanish heritage. Park here to explore the city.
0.2 mi
5 min
16:4045 min
Le Castillet
The city gate stands at the entry to the old town of Perpignan. Built in the 14th century, as a part of large fortress, remains in its glory until today. In the old part of town, the Spanish side of Perpignan, once called the continental Kingdom of Mallorca, comes alive. The earthy, warm, energizing colours of yellow and red Spanish flag, characteristic Spanish style architecture and bilingual street names, clearly show the influence of a closely located neighbour.
0.5 mi
10 min
17:3510 min
Statue de Dali
The humongous Salvador Dalí statue faces Perpignan train station entrance and welcomes with open arms all leaving the train station visitors. Once, Dali visited Perpignan and experienced a vision at the train station. Based on this feeling, he called the town "le centre du monde" which translates as "the centre of the Universe" and the created painting which recorded that experience was titled: "Le mystique del a gare de Perpignan". Inspired by this oil painting, "Le Pritchards", a couple of artists, made this sculpture as a reminder of this event.
0.6 mi
15 min
18:005 min
Car Park
Get back to the parking to head to the seashore.
13.1 mi
25 min
18:3030 min
Saint-Cyprien Promenade
Welcome to the sea shore! Before getting to dinner, enjoy a lively stroll along the sea. You'll find here some boats to look at, and a fountain park just in a 5-minute walk.
0.3 mi
10 min
19:151 hr 30 min
L'Aquarium
After an intensive day, the last cherry on the top of the cake is local food. Chose this restaurant with an astonishing view over the sea, offering French and Mediterranean cousin with excellent service. Over a plate full of delicious buttery mussels, you can discuss the joy of today's travel.