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Paris: World War II Walking Tour
Delve into Paris's complex World War II history on this insightful walking tour. From the Ritz de Paris, traverse the streets where stories of German occupation and French Resistance unfolded. Your knowledgeable guide will share pivotal moments, including the Munich Agreement and the heroic efforts of Charles de Gaulle, culminating at the moving Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and understand the impact of war on the City of L
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Overview
- ✓Delve into Paris's complex World War II history on this insightful walking tour.
- ✓From the Ritz de Paris, traverse the streets where stories of German occupation and French Resistance unfolded.
- ✓Your knowledgeable guide will share pivotal moments, including the Munich Agreement and the heroic efforts of Charles de Gaulle, culminating at the moving Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation.
- ✓This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and understand the impact of war on the City of Light.
Delve into Paris's complex World War II history on this insightful walking tour. From the Ritz de Paris, traverse the streets where stories of German occupation and French Resistance unfolded. Your knowledgeable guide will share pivotal moments, including the Munich Agreement and the heroic efforts of Charles de Gaulle, culminating at the moving Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and understand the impact of war on the City of Light. - Duration: 2-hour walking tour through historic Paris locations - Expert guide providing in-depth historical context in English or French - Visit significant WWII sites, including the Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation - Suitable for private groups, ensuring a personalized experience
Delve into Paris's complex World War II history on this insightful walking tour. From the Ritz de Paris, traverse the streets where stories of German occupation and French Resistance unfolded. Your knowledgeable guide will share pivotal moments, including the Munich Agreement and the heroic efforts of Charles de Gaulle, culminating at the moving Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the past and understand the impact of war on the City of Light. - Duration: 2-hour walking tour through historic Paris locations - Expert guide providing in-depth historical context in English or French - Visit significant WWII sites, including the Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation - Suitable for private groups, ensuring a personalized experience
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What’s Included
- ✓Live-tour guide
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Gratuities
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Meet at start point
📍 Meeting point / start
Please wait in front of the shop "Graff", in front of the grey door. Your guide will have a "Cognosimo" ID.
🏁 End point
End on the island, with a view on the Seine river
Good to know
- Guide languages
- English, French, Spanish
- Book at least
- 1 day(s) before
- Children
- Must travel with an adult
- Ages
- Infant 0–5 · Child 6–12 · Adult 13–120
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide at the Ritz de Paris and set off on a walking tour to explore the Second World War in Paris. Discover how the city was affected by the war and learn about the key events that took place during this time. Walk through the streets of Paris and see some of the iconic sites tied to this period. Learn about the Munich Agreement of 1938, the Phoney War, and the German invasion of France in 1940. Hear about the collaboration with the Nazis and the resistance movement led by Charles de Gaulle. Finish your tour at the Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation, a moving tribute to the victims of the Holocaust.
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