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Castelnaudary
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The third-largest town in the department is best known as the "home" of cassoulet.
Overview of Castelnaudary
Castelnaudary is the third-largest town in the Aude department. It is best known as the "home" of cassoulet.
Key facts
- Type de lieu: small town.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Localisation: in the Aude department, between Toulouse and Carcassonne.
- Distances:
- Heure locale: .
- Population: 11,096 inhabitants (2014).
- Superficie: 47.72 km².
- Altitude: from 145 to 215 m.
- Site internet: http://www.castelnaudary-tourisme.fr
History of Castelnaudary
What to see and do in Castelnaudary
In the surrounding area
Canal du Midi
A UNESCO-listed canal linking the Mediterranean (Sète) to Toulouse before continuing toward the Atlantic via the Canal de Garonne, this is a prime destination for river tourism in France. Its banks are also developed in many places to accommodate hiking and cycling.
A UNESCO-listed canal linking the Mediterranean (Sète) to Toulouse before continuing toward the Atlantic via the Canal de Garonne, this is a prime destination for river tourism in France. Its banks are also developed in many places to accommodate hiking and cycling.
Climate and weather in Castelnaudary
Transport
Getting there
Getting around
Where to stay
Where to eat
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Further information
Must-see & highly recommended
Canal du Midi
★★★★ A UNESCO-listed canal linking the Mediterranean (Sète) to Toulouse before continuing toward the Atlantic via the Canal de Garonne, this is…
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Lauragais Museum
★ In the town's former prison, on the heights. It hosts a new exhibition every year.