Top 10 Medieval Cities In Europe

7Carcassonne, France

Carcassonne’s fortified city is one of Europe’s most striking medieval strongholds. Encircled by double walls and dotted with over 50 towers, it commands sweeping views of the Languedoc countryside. Inside, cobbled streets lead past shops, restaurants, and the Gothic Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus.

At night, the ramparts glow dramatically, recalling centuries of history from Roman times through the Middle Ages. A walk along the battlements transports you into a living storybook of knights, merchants, and ancient intrigue.

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