WWII Paris Under the Occupation Walking Tour Limited to 6 Guests

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. The emblematic city of lights. The entire tour will take place within the oldest parts of Paris

   Passes by

2. The infamous Notre Dame Cathedral, finished in 1363 and built in the Gothic style of architecture will be an important stop on your tour. You will not only get to see the important architectural parts of the church, but you will also learn about how religion was controlled during the occupation of Paris during the second world war.

   30 min

3. One of the oldest and most interesting districts in Paris, you will spend a good amount of time here during your tour. The Marais, meaning marsh in English, was origianally the jewish ghetto outisde of the city walls of Paris. During the occupation, thousands of jewish families were arrested and sent to camps in France and beyond. Learn about the effects this had on the people living in Marais then and now.

   40 min

4. The Latin Quarter is one of the oldest districts in Paris. It gets its name from the fact that this is where the university of Paris (la Sorbonne) was founded. On this tour, you will learn about how the occupiers controlled higher education in their regime. You will also see many of the small, narrow streets that, once, were vibrant and lively, but which became dark and deserted during the occupation.

   40 min

5. One of the oldest and most picturesque neighbourhoods in Paris, this district was pillaged and the hotels and mansions of the district requisitioned by the Nazis upon their arrival in 1940. Many famous writers lived in and were inspired by this district. Learn about how the occupiers tried to snuff out all forms of dissent... and also how the french resistance used this district to fight back!

   30 min

6. For over 1000 years, this building has been the centre of law and justice in Paris no matter who the rulers were. Originally built by King Robert II as a the Hall of the King where his council would meet, this building has seen many regime changes. It is no wonder that the Nazi occupiers decided to use this as one of their stronghold in the centre of town. Learn about why and how the Nazis ruled from this building and also how the Allies managed to rid them from it!

   20 min

7. A moving memorial to the holocaust. This memorial is right in the marais. Tours are not allowed inside but we will show you the entrance so you can enter after the tour if you wish.

   20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Paris

• Its from-price is close to the median of the 4664 experiences we list in Paris.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1742 of 4664.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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