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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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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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Kate 21 Apr 2024
Castlepollard

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Excellent tour on a very serious subject.Would highly recommend it to anyone interested in WW2 and what happened in this region at that time.
Fran 12 Apr 2024
Alicante

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Paul was an amazing and passionated guide that delivered a very interesting tour, getting to know the history of that sad period together with highlights of the city. Thank you!
Ana Martínez 30 Mar 2024
Castelldefels

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
Paul es un apasionado de la historia y de la segunda guerra mundial. El tour hace un recorrido por diferentes puntos de la ciudad (no por el castillo medieval) ya que se centra en ese periodo histórico. Explica con todo lujo de detalles el contexto histórico, citas de la época, testimonios de la resistencia francesa, etc. Es divertido, expresivo y se hace entender perfectamente. Thanks Paul! We loved it!
Mario 29 Mar 2024
Oviedo

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Travelled in family - Mar 2024
Muy profesional y ameno. Un recorrido muy interesante
Jacob 29 Mar 2024
Geneva

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
Great tour on the 2nd world war, especially if you are a history buff. Very interesting information, lots of research and study were put into this by the guide. Interesting pictures and anecdotes will transport you into another era. Highly recommended.
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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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