Carcassonne Occitanie Travel Poster: Cité de Carcassonne & Pont Vieux Painted Art Print

Look across the River Aude to the Cité de Carcassonne and Pont Vieux in this warm Carcassonne travel poster art print, capturing the hilltop citadel bathed in golden light. The artwork depicts the sprawling medieval fortress dominating the Occitanie skyline, with its extensive stone walls and iconic conical-roofed towers illuminated against a soft, pale blue sky dotted with faint clouds.

In the foreground, the sturdy stone arches of the historic Pont Vieux cross the calm river, casting dark, sharp reflections onto the water's surface. Tufts of green riverbank vegetation and driftwood sit at the base of the bridge piers, leading the eye toward a band of lush summer trees and terracotta-roofed houses nestled at the foot of the hill.

The painted style highlights the rough textures of the bridge masonry and the varied ochre, amber, and grey tones of the fortress walls. The composition balances the massive scale of the ancient citadel with the quiet flow of the river below.

At a glance:

• Features the Cité de Carcassonne and Pont Vieux
• Stone arched bridge reflecting in the calm River Aude
• Warm golden hour light highlighting medieval masonry
• Traditional painted style with rich ochre and green tones
• Printed locally in your region (EU, UK, US, AU) for straightforward delivery

All orders are printed locally in your region (US, EU, UK, AU) for quick, easy delivery.

About the prints

The base price is for the unframed paper print.

Framed versions are made with 20mm thick wood frames and perspex glazing. Frames are available in black, white, or natural wood colour, and are all ready to hang.

All artwork is printed on matte 200gsm paper using the giclée technique to provide great detail and colour.

Printing & Production

I understand the importance of prompt delivery and sustainability, which is why I use printers in the UK, USA, and Europe. Your order will be printed as locally as possible to make the process more eco-friendly and ensure that you receive your print as quickly as possible.

All orders are printed on demand to reduce waste and ensure that you receive a high-quality product every time. This also means that I have the flexibility to make any necessary changes or customisations to your order before printing.

Shipping

Smaller unframed prints up to A4 size will be shipped in envelopes, while larger A3+ prints will be shipped in poster tubes to ensure safe delivery.

I use local couriers such as Royal Mail for UK orders, USPS for US orders, and a variety of couriers including DPD, DHL, and local post services for European orders.