Château de Peyrepertuse

Castle · Rouffiac-des-Corbières ·

Château de Peyrepertuse

Castle · Rouffiac-des-Corbières ·

Romantic Cathar castle ruins with falconry shows

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Rte du château, 11350 Duilhac-sous-Peyrepertuse, France Get directions

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"I explore the sprawling, dual-level ruins of Peyrepertuse, one of the significant perched Cathar strongholds along the trail." - Eric Rosen Eric Rosen Eric Rosen is a Los Angeles-based journalist with a focus on luxury travel, loyalty programs, food, and wine. He is a regular contributor to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, and Afar, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Château de Peyrepertuse

John L.

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The hikes (there are two, one to the fortress and another to the chapel) are steep and beautiful. Hiking shoes are recommended for good reason. The views are spectacular. The history is fascinating, but you'll want to find it online or through an audio or individual guide. Take water.

Isabella S.

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It is a difficult walk in the heat but the castle is beautiful. There are great views and the option of an audio guide you can get at the office near the car park. The castle was quiet and very pretty to see the wildlife which has taken over and the sound of birds. Would recommend but maybe on a cooler day :)

stuart R.

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Easy drive up to the car park. There is a lot more castle than what you see from below. Stunning views.

Michel B.

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Small hiking trail to the start of the castle (15min). And then did the whole of the location in about 1h15. Superb views with lots of castle parts still intact

adrian R.

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So many castles and so many views. This region is magical if you love history and nature. We walked from the gravel car park halfway back to town and it was hard work in the heat. Even the last part from the kiosk is quite a walk but well worth the effort. These are probably the best remains of any of the Cathar castles we have visited and one immense view after another. Mix this one with Queribus and a visit to Cucugnan for a fantastic day.

Moronic S.

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Ah nice little historical tourist trap. The drive up is a workout for your car and bike. make sure your cooling works. Its a ruin and cost 7 euro to enter. After entering its about a 1.5km hike on a small rocky path which i don't think is suitable for people with knee or health issues.

Kirill M.

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It’s one of the 5 ‘sons of Carcassonne’ - the great ancient castles near the amazing city. This one is in the best condition and is at the most height within its ‘brothers’. Very interesting place to have a look.

Paul L.

Google

Nice place. Beautiful views from the ruins of the medieval castle. Be ready for a 15 minutes hike over a narrow and rocky trail to get to the castle from the visiting center. In summer take water.

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Château de Peyrepertuse

John L.

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Isabella S.

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stuart R.

Google

Easy drive up to the car park. There is a lot more castle than what you see from below. Stunning views.

Michel B.

Google

Small hiking trail to the start of the castle (15min). And then did the whole of the location in about 1h15. Superb views with lots of castle parts still intact

adrian R.

Google

Moronic S.

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Kirill M.

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Paul L.

Google

Nice place. Beautiful views from the ruins of the medieval castle. Be ready for a 15 minutes hike over a narrow and rocky trail to get to the castle from the visiting center. In summer take water.

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