Private WW2 Historic Tour of Paris: Half-Day Guided Walk Exploring German Occupation
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Paris
Embark on a half-day guided walk through Paris to uncover the dark history of the German occupation during World War II. Explore key locations, learn about the role of the Gestapo, the Jewish roundups, and the brave acts of the Resistance. A captivating experience for history enthusiasts.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Champs-Elysees - Explore occupied Paris (1940-1944) and discover one of the darkest periods in Paris history. During the occupation, Parisians called avenue Foch avenue des Boches. This is where the Gestapo offices were located. Your tour guide will tell you about the arrest of great resistance fighters like Pierre Brossolette and their tragic endings. You will see where Carl Heinrich von Stulpnagel lived. You will find out what his involvement was in Operation Walkyria and its consequences.You will go down the avenue des champs Elysées. The prestigious avenue was used for Reich propaganda purposes.You will see which restaurants, cafes, cinemas which were frequented by the Germans (Fouquets, Maxims ….). The tour will end at the Place de la Concorde where you will notice bullet holes dating from the liberation. A little further on at Le Meurice, the fate of Paris may have been played out when the governor Von Choltitz refused to destroy Paris and did not obey Hitler’s orders (Is paris burning?).
What's Included
- Professional guide service
Additional Information
Experience one of the darkest chapters in Paris’s past: The German occupation lasting from 1940 to 1944.
Under the guidance of a professional historical expert specialized in Paris and World War II, explore the sites that were targeted by the Germans during the occupation, understanding the role of the German and French Gestapo, the Jewish roundups, the living conditions of the inhabitants, the Resistance, and ultimately, the liberation in August 1944.
It’s a thrilling and appalling epoch, offering a distinctive experience for those interested in World War II history.
Location
Porte Dauphine
Your professional guide will meet you at the exit of Porte Dauphine Metro Sation (line 2). Exit 3.
Your guide will be waiting for you next to the beautiful Metro exit holding a sign with your name on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Patricia_s
Jul 26, 2023
Great Tour for WW2 Enthusiasts! - Excellent tour for anyone interested in WW2 history. Guide was excellent! Extremely knowledgeable. Definitely recommend.
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Deec1224
Dec 26, 2022
WW2 walking tour in Paris... - This was an amazing tour! Our meeting place was the Porte Dauphine Metro Station. Our guide was an expert in WW2 history. We learned about one of the darkest chapters in Paris history—and followed in the footsteps of French Resistance members as they defied Nazi occupation. The stories are moving, tales of the bravest of brave. We visited landmarks like the Champs-Élysées (the Gestapo offices were located here), the Place de la Concorde (where you can see bullet holes dating from the liberation), and the Arc de Triomphe (one of the most famous monuments in Paris, standing at the western end of the Champs-Élysées). A great day - Paris in the rain (a light rain) didn't stop us from seeing these amazing WW2 sites.
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Diana_c
Dec 25, 2022
An amazing Paris WW2 tour.... - This was an amazing tour! Our meeting place was the Porte Dauphine Metro Station. Our guide was an expert in WW2 history. We learned about one of the darkest chapters in Paris history—and followed in the footsteps of French Resistance members as they defied Nazi occupation. The stories are moving, tales of the bravest of brave. We visited landmarks like the Champs-Élysées (the Gestapo offices were located here), the Place de la Concorde (where you can see bullet holes dating from the liberation), and the Arc de Triomphe (one of the most famous monuments in Paris, standing at the western end of the Champs-Élysées). A great day - Paris in the rain (a light rain) didn't stop us from seeing these amazing WW2 sites.
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Lauri_w
May 23, 2022
WW2 Walk - This was a wonderful experience our Guide Vincent Lauferon was so knowledgeable and made the walk so interesting. We learned so much about history WW2 and we’re amazed to find out stories of places that we have walked regularly history behind them. Great experience, highly recommended
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