Carcossone is said to be one of the best preserved medieval towns in all of Europe. The fortified, walled city was initially build by the Romans, but finished by the French and has endured countless battles and sieges.
The weather turned dramatically on our 4 hour drive and by the time we arrived, the rain had cleared and the temperature had dropped to under 20 degrees. Perfect grey weather to explore this medieval wonder.
Fun Fact: "Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves" was shot here! This has to be one of my favourite 90's movies and the theme song by Brian Adams was stuck in my head all weekend!
Dinner was Cassoulet, a traditional dish of this region, made with white beans, toulouse sausage and duck confit. It's rich and heartly and every restaurant in town was serving it. Good stodgy food to prep us for another day of walking and climbing tomorrow.
A xx
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