Is Paris Burning? The Nazi Occupation & the City's Liberation
Historian Zacharie Boublie takes you on an awe-inspiring journey through the streets where Paris’s darkest hours and brightest triumphs unfolded. This tour immerses you in the Nazi occupation, the courage of the Resistance, and the jubilation of liberation. Stand where tanks clashed at Place de la Concorde, uncover the stories of Jewish families like the Camondos, and trace the choices of figures from De Gaulle to Chanel. Along the way, you’ll confront collaboration, survival, and defiance. This experience is for history lovers, students, and the simply curious — anyone seeking to understand Paris through the lens of war and resilience.
Created by Zacharie Boublie
Zacharie Boublie grew up in Paris and developed an interest in history through his grandfather's stories about living through World War II. After working various jobs around the city, he discovered he enjoyed sharing his knowledge of local landmarks with visitors.Nicolas's authentic Parisian perspective and conversational approach make him a natural at helping people connect with his beloved city.
"Moving and enlightening! The 'Nazi Occupation and City's Liberation' Le Walk tour was a powerful exploration of Paris' complex history. The guide's knowledge and sensitivity brought the stories of resistance, occupation, and liberation to life. A poignant and thought-provoking experience that deepened my understanding of the city's resilience. Highly recommend for history buffs and anyone interested in Paris' remarkable story. 5/5 stars." - Meilisa S.
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What you'll walk and learn about
Place de la Concorde
Start this tour at Place de la Concorde
Site of tank battle
Hear what events took place on this very street in 1944
Resistance Memorial
Remembering Division Leclerc
Le Meurice
The Liberation of Paris
Louvre Museum
Looting the Louvre
La Samaritaine
Paris’s legendary Art Nouveau department store
Pont Neuf
A bridge supporting liberation
Notre Dame Cathedral
End this tour in the center of Paris.
"definitely worth it, learned a lot about the occupation and the liberation event."
"Had a great time exploring the darker corners of Paris history. The battles were intense and the liberation stories inspiring. Worth every minute!"
"This tour really highlighted the resilience of Parisians. The stories were captivating, and it felt impactful to see where everything happened. Amazing experience"
"Wow, what a journey through history. The Resistance Memorial was especially moving. I had no idea about the depth of the events. Good audio too."