Today
Open 10:00–18:30
Last Admission
17:30
Apr 1 TO Sep 30 Timings Days (Apr 1 TO Sep 30) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Tuesday (Today) | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Friday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:30 | 17:30 |
Oct 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Oct 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Thursday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Friday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Saturday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Sunday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
Jan 1 TO Mar 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Mar 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Thursday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Friday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Saturday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
| Sunday | 09:30–17:00 | 16:15 |
April 1–September 30: 10am–6:15pm; last admission to the chateau at 5pm and to the ramparts at 5:45pm.
October 1–March 31: 9:30am–4:45pm; last admission to the chateau at 3:45pm and to the ramparts at 4:15pm.
Closed on: January 1, May 1, and December 25
Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts Tickets
Combo: Carcassonne Castle & Ramparts Skip-the-Line Tickets + Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audio Guide
From Toulouse: Carcassonne Full-Day Tour with Audio Guide
Self-guided tour of Carcassonne
Weekdays are relatively less crowded when compared to weekend visits, which are rushed due to local and out-of-town tourists leading to larger queues and crowds.
Summer [June–August] is the peak season to visit Carcassonne Castle, offering delightful weather and a vibrant atmosphere, especially during Bastille Day in July.
Winter [December–January] is off-season in Carcassonne, with chilly weather and quiet experience.
If you're planning a visit to Carcassonne Castle, understanding the optimal time to explore this medieval marvel can greatly enhance your experience. Discover the Castle of Carcassonne's opening hours and learn about its various attractions' schedules, all while gaining insights into the ideal times to visit this historic fortress.
Consider spending around 2.5 hours at the Carcassonne Castle. This includes exploring the inner buildings, ramparts, and castle walls. Don’t forget to also stroll along The Western Medieval Rampart to catch the breathtaking views of the Pyrenees and the Carcassonne town.
Yes, the Carcassonne Castle is open every day throughout the year except on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
The Carcassonne Castle is open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM from April to September and from 9:30 AM to 5 PM from October to March.
Yes, the last admission is 5:30 PM from April to September and 4:30 PM from October to March.
The Carcassonne Castle is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
You should spend at least 2 hours at Carcassonne Castle to immerse yourself in the entire experience, explore the beautiful architecture, and soak in the picturesque views from the ramparts.
The best time of the year to visit the Carcassonne Castle is in the summer from June to August. The best time of the week to visit is early in the morning on weekdays.
Yes, Carcassonne Castle is open on public holidays except January 1, May 1, and December 25.
Avoid visiting the Carcassonne Castle on public holidays to avoid large queues and large crowds.
