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Paris WWII Occupation and Liberation Walking Tour
Between June 1940 and August 1944, Paris lived under Nazi occupation. This walking tour retraces that story where it happened, from the fall of the city to its liberation. Meet at the Hôtel de la Marine, site of the 1940 German parade and bullet scars from 1944, right beside the Hôtel de Crillon, re
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Overview
Between June 1940 and August 1944, Paris lived under Nazi occupation. This walking tour retraces that story where it happened, from the fall of the city to its liberation. Meet at 11 Rue des Saussaies, former Gestapo headquarters, where prisoners' carved inscriptions still survive. Walk to Place de la Concorde, site of the 1940 German parade and bullet scars from 1944, facing the Hôtel de Crillon, requisitioned from day one of the Occupation. At Place Vendôme, hear how Göring settled into the Ritz amid looted art, alongside Coco Chanel. On Rue de Rivoli, stop at Hôtel Le Meurice, where General von Choltitz defied Hitler's order to burn Paris. Pass the Louvre, emptied of its masterpieces before the invasion, where curator Rose Valland secretly tracked the looting of Jewish-owned art. Your guide shows archival photos of each spot as it looked in 1940–44. The tour ends at the Préfecture de Police, birthplace of the 19 August 1944 uprising, near the scarred Saint-Michel fountain.
Between June 1940 and August 1944, Paris lived under Nazi occupation. This walking tour retraces that story where it happened, from the fall of the city to its liberation. Meet at the Hôtel de la Marine, site of the 1940 German parade and bullet scars from 1944, right beside the Hôtel de Crillon, requisitioned from day one of the Occupation. At Place Vendôme, hear how Göring settled into the Ritz amid looted art, alongside Coco Chanel. On Rue de Rivoli, stop at Hôtel Le Meurice, where General von Choltitz defied Hitler’s order to burn Paris. Pass the Louvre, emptied of its masterpieces before the invasion, where curator Rose Valland secretly tracked the looting of Jewish-owned art. Your guide shows archival photos of each spot as it looked in 1940–44. The tour ends at the Préfecture de Police, birthplace of the 19 August 1944 uprising, near the scarred Saint-Michel fountain.
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What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this experience take?+
The listed duration is 2 hours.
What's included?+
Included: Professional local guide; Guided walking tour in English. Not included: Entrance to any monument or museum (not required); Private transportation.
Where does it start and where do I meet the guide?+
Start: Meet your guide at 11 rue des Saussaies in front of Ministry of the interior.
What is the cancellation policy?+
This experience is listed with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Check the exact terms on the booking page before you pay.
What suitability and accessibility information does the operator list?+
The operator lists the following: Public transportation options are available nearby; Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
How many people can be on one booking?+
A single booking can include 1 to 15 travelers. At least one adult is required on each booking.
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