{"id":3215,"date":"2026-01-07T09:41:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T09:41:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/?p=3215"},"modified":"2026-01-07T09:41:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T09:41:20","slug":"festival-international-du-film-politique-2026-a-carcassonne-une-escapade-culturelle-a-ne-pas-manquer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/en\/festival-international-du-film-politique-2026-a-carcassonne-une-escapade-culturelle-a-ne-pas-manquer\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2026 Carcassonne International Political Film Festival: a cultural getaway not to be missed"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"173\" src=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique-1024x173.jpg\" alt=\"Festival international du film politique \u00e0 Carcassonne 2026.\" class=\"wp-image-3229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique-1024x173.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique-300x51.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique-768x130.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique-18x3.jpg 18w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Festival-films-politique.jpg 1360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Each winter, Carcassonne transcends its image as a UNESCO-listed medieval city to become an unmissable cultural destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Thursday 15 to Monday 19 January 2026, the city transforms into a true cultural and civic crossroads for the International Political Film Festival, a unique event in France that attracts film buffs, artists and visitors in search of a cultural stay in Carcassonne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcc5 A cultural event in the heart of winter<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Organised over several days in January, the festival offers a selection of committed films, documentaries and fictions, addressing major themes such as democracy, the environment, social justice or human rights, screened in various emblematic locations in Carcassonne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the perfect opportunity to discover the city from a different perspective, away from the summer crowds, in a friendly and lively atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa5 A socially conscious film festival<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the screenings, the event is distinguished by its meetings with directors and its public debates, making each session a time for exchange and reflection.<br>The 2026 edition will notably welcome Emmanuel Courcol, Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar and Michel Leclerc.<br>For a few days, Carcassonne becomes a place for dialogue around cinema and citizenship, offering a rich and friendly cultural experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udff0 Visiting Carcassonne in January: a different experience<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Participating in the festival also means enjoying everything Carcassonne has to offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strolling through the <strong>Medieval city<\/strong>, majestic and peaceful in winter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy local flavors in downtown restaurants or in the comfort of your villa <strong>The Grand Panorama Jewel Box<\/strong>, thanks to our service providers <a href=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/en\/nos-partenaires\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"20\">partners<\/a> who intervene directly at home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cycling along the <strong>Canal du Midi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy a city brought to life by the festival events while still maintaining a human scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfe1 After the screenings, the peace and comfort of a villa<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully experience the event, stay at the\u2019<a href=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/en\/les-maisons\/grand-panorama\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"18\">Grand Panorama Jewel Box<\/a> is an excellent option. After a day of screenings and discussions, there&#039;s nothing better than returning to the peace and comfort of spacious accommodation, ideal for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 54%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Relax with family or friends in a cozy and warm atmosphere thanks to the electric fireplaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy the jacuzzi and its 37\u00b0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discussing films seen during the day over a raclette.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy a cultural stay without compromising on comfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Jacuzzi et piscine avec vue sur jardin verdoyant.\" class=\"wp-image-1697\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992769962836134;width:327px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jacuzzi-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"Raclette avec vin rouge sur table conviviale.\" class=\"wp-image-3240\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5014481013981584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2-18x12.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/raclette-2.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-682x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Chemin\u00e9e \u00e9lectrique moderne devant un mur en pierre.\" class=\"wp-image-3242 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-682x1024.jpeg 682w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-768x1153.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-1023x1536.jpeg 1023w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee-8x12.jpeg 8w, https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cheminee.jpeg 1066w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>L&#039;\u00c9crin Grand Panorama offers a perfect setting to combine culture, relaxation and discovery of the region, while remaining close to the festival venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2728 An authentic experience to be lived<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are passionate about cinema, a fan of debates or simply looking for an original stay in Carcassonne, the International Political Film Festival is an excellent reason to visit the city in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lecrindelacite.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2751\">Book your holiday villa in Carcassonne now<\/a><\/strong> and enjoy a major cultural event in an exceptional setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every winter, Carcassonne transcends its image as a UNESCO World Heritage medieval city to become a must-see cultural destination. 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