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Bordeaux in WW2 and the Nazi Occupation

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Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages: English
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Registered on 20 May 2020
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Bordeaux Free Walking Tour offer the most exciting insightful tours in Bordeaux. Our aim is to bring local knowledge and insights to you, the traveller. Our free walking tours discover the local hidden gems as well as local famous landmarks.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Step into the past and uncover the dramatic history of Bordeaux during World War II. This guided walking tour takes you through the heart of the city, revealing its turbulent years under German occupation. As you explore its historic streets, you’ll hear the gripping stories of those who lived through one of Bordeaux’s darkest chapters—of resilience, defiance, and survival.

Learn how the city was transformed into a strategic stronghold, with Nazi forces imposing strict control over daily life. Discover how ordinary citizens navigated occupation, from those who collaborated to those who risked everything in the Resistance. Hear chilling accounts of secret networks, acts of sabotage, and the devastating consequences for those caught defying the regime. Through powerful storytelling, rare historical insights, and evocative details, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal era.

This tour offers a moving and eye-opening journey into Bordeaux’s wartime past, shedding light on stories that should never be forgotten. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about the city’s hidden past, this experience will leave a lasting impression.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Pl. Pey Berland, 33000 Bordeaux cedex, France
Your guide will be standing outside the main doors of the City Hall. They will be holding a red umbrella.
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Outside visit
Hôtel de ville de Bordeaux
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Outside visit
Synagogue de Bordeaux
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Outside visit
Grosse Cloche
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Bordeaux in WW2 and the Nazi Occupation
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