Left Bank Tour
Discover Paris under the light of the Second World War
2 hours
2.5 km walking
4 historic stops
Discover Paris under the light of the Second World War
"Paris, Paris outraged! Paris broken! Paris martyred! But Paris liberated!"— Charles de Gaulle, 25th August 1944
This Left Bank Tour explores WWII Paris with stories of the Fall, the Resistance, and the Liberation, guiding you through four historic stops.
How did the German army reach Paris, the French Capital, in only 35 days of combat? What happened in the city during these 35 crucial days?
How did the Resistance start in the city? We will follow the steps of an early resistance fighter who was part of the first Resistance network in the town, called Musée de l'Homme.
How did the Allies finally free Paris after four years of occupation? We will talk about the fights that took place in the city in August 1944, and you will see how closely Paris came to being greatly damaged.
How did the German army reach Paris, the French Capital, in only 35 days of combat? What happened in the city during these 35 crucial days?
How did the Resistance start in the city? We will follow the steps of an early resistance fighter who was part of the first Resistance network in the town, called Musée de l'Homme.
How did the Allies finally free Paris after four years of occupation? We will talk about the fights that took place in the city in August 1944, and you will see how closely Paris came to being greatly damaged.
Begin your journey at this iconic boulevard with a presentation of the tour and a quick history quiz to put everyone on the same page! Discover how Paris looked on the eve of the German invasion and see the first signs of the war that still remain in the city to this day.
Walk through the gardens of this magnificent palace and discover how Paris fell to the German army in only 35 days of combat. Learn about the crucial 35 days that changed the city forever and how the Nazis transformed this symbol of French culture into their Air Force command center.
Near this historic university, discover the story of Agnès Humbert, a brave French Resistance fighter who was part of the first organized resistance network in Paris, called Musée de l'Homme. Learn about one of the earliest resistance movements in the city and how these courageous individuals risked everything to fight against the occupation.
Conclude our tour at this iconic cathedral, witness to the liberation of Paris in August 1944. Learn more about the fights that took place in Paris 81 years ago. Stand where General de Gaulle proclaimed the freedom of the capital and discover how closely Paris came to being greatly damaged.
Begin your journey at this iconic boulevard with a presentation of the tour and a quick history quiz to put everyone on the same page! Discover how Paris looked on the eve of the German invasion and see the first signs of the war that still remain in the city to this day.
Walk through the gardens of this magnificent palace and discover how Paris fell to the German army in only 35 days of combat. Learn about the crucial 35 days that changed the city forever and how the Nazis transformed this symbol of French culture into their Air Force command center.
Near this historic university, discover the story of Agnès Humbert, a brave French Resistance fighter who was part of the first organized resistance network in Paris, called Musée de l'Homme. Learn about one of the earliest resistance movements in the city and how these courageous individuals risked everything to fight against the occupation.
Conclude our tour at this iconic cathedral, witness to the liberation of Paris in August 1944. Learn more about the fights that took place in Paris 81 years ago. Stand where General de Gaulle proclaimed the freedom of the capital and discover how closely Paris came to being greatly damaged.
2.5km • 4 stops • 2 hours
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Discover WW2 on the left side of Paris
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