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Half-Day Private Guided Walking Historic WW2 Tour of Paris

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Overview

Discover one of the most terrible periods of Paris history: The German occupation from 1940 to 1944.
With your professional guide expert in Paris & WW2 history discover which places were selected by the Germans during the occupation, the role of the German & French Gestapo, the Jewish round ups, conditions of living for the population, the Resistance and eventually the liberation in August 1944.
A period of time which is at the same time terrible & fascinating.
A unique experience for people interested in World War 2 period.

What's Included

  • Professional guide service

    Meeting Location

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    75016 Paris
    France

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    75008 Paris
    France

    What To Expect

    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?).
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    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day Private Guided Walking Historic WW2 Tour of Paris?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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