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Free Walking Tour - Carcassonne During II World War

Duration: 2h and 15min
Languages: English
Guru: Paul
Registered on May 19, 2022

Hi, I'm Paul and I have a passion for Carcassonne during the Second World War. Come and walk the streets of Carcassonne with me and journey back in time. We tour the town stopping at places that have a strong connection with WW2. The history is brought alive by my knowledge of the subject and 40 black and white photos from the archives.

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Enjoy this guided walking tour around Carcassonne with an English guide.
Journey back in time and discover life in Carcassonne during WW2.
The tour is called 'Repression and Resistance' and is led by an English guide who has lived in Carcassonne since 2005.
The guide is passionate about Carcassonne during II World War.
Visit buildings, memorials, statues, and places with a link to World War 2 events and life.
The guide's extensive knowledge and the use of many photos from the archives, bring the tour to life.
Topics covered include: 

  • The fall of France
  • The occupied and non occupied zones
  • The invasion of the Free Zone
  • Rationing
  • The Milice 
  • S.T.O.
  • The spectrum of resistance
  • The spectrum of collaboration
  • The liberation
  • Post war purges.

National heroes, local heroes, and forgotten heroes.

Useful information:
Approx 2h 15 mins. 
3 miles/4.5 km 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    2 Bd Barbès, 11000 Carcassonne, France
    2 Bd Barbès, 11000 Carcassonne, France
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    Meet between the Brasserie de 4 Temps restaurant and the fountain at the end of the pedestrianised street (rue Cortejaire) near the Portail des Jacobins (Jacobins Gate.)

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Place du Général de Gaulle
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Plaza André Chénier
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Place Carnot
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Rue Aimé Ramond
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Square Gambetta

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.96
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4.81
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Louise 13 May 2024
Dorchester

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Travelled in group - May 2024
Brilliant! A very different take on a walking city tour but thoroughly enjoyable. I feel greatly enriched as a result and would recommend to everyone looking for a walking tour here
Michael 10 May 2024
London

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Travelled in group - May 2024
On behalf of the four walkers in our party, we agree Paul gave an excellent talk, very professional, educational and entertaining, although we didn't join for this reason but for knowledge. His walking tour was comprehensive and detailed, well supported by impactful visual aids, which help the walkers' attention and appreciation of the subject under discussion. We wholeheartedly appreciated his research and imaginative, fun delivery of a dark subject and can unreservedly recommend his tour.
Jane 05 May 2024
Blackpool

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Expected a big group but it was just the two of us ( to our advantage ) Paul gave a fascinating tour and delivered the information in a captivating manner. We were both extremely pleased and happy to recommend.
Connie 04 May 2024
Perth

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Very interesting tour, it was well researched and we had a good tour of Carcasonne
Sandra 30 Apr 2024

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Paul. He provided us with lots of interesting information and had an indepth knowledge of life in Carcassonne during the Second World War. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the history of Carcassonne during this era.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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