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Overview
Explore Lyon's profound World War II narrative, where every street and square whispers stories of courage and resistance. The city stands as a living monument to human dignity, transforming historical trauma into a powerful testament of hope. From the secret stairways of Cour des Voraces to the silent tributes like Le Veilleur de Pierre, Lyon reveals layers of heroism hidden within its urban landscape. Walk Rue Victor-Hugo and Place Bellecour, where ordinary citizens became extraordinary resistance fighters. Visit the CHRD Lyon to delve into the raw, unfiltered stories of those who defied Nazi occupation. Saint-Nizier Church and Hôtel de Ville bear witness to Lyon's unbreakable spirit, while murals and historic sites transform urban spaces into powerful historical narratives. Each location is a chapter in a remarkable story of human resilience where art, heritage, and imagination intersect to honor those who fought for freedom against overwhelming odds.
Meeting and Pickup
The Tour starts at outside Montluc Prison Memorial Before starting, make sure to check your email for instructions to access and download the tour within app.
End Point
The Tour ends at Croix-Paquet which is the Last Stop
Language Offered
German-AUDIO
German-WRITTEN
English-AUDIO
English-WRITTEN
French-AUDIO
French-WRITTEN
Spanish-AUDIO
Spanish-WRITTEN
Itinerary
1. 9 Cr Gambetta
2. Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation
3. Pont Gallieni
4. Place Carnot
5. Rue Victor Hugo
6. Place Bellecour
7. La Place des Jacobins
8. Église Saint-Nizier
9. Place des Terreaux
10. Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
11. At 12 Rue Sainte-Catherine, a plaque honors 86 Jews arrested by the Gestapo in 1943. This haunting site marks one of Lyon’s darkest Holocaust tragedies never forgotten, never erased.
12. 14 Rue Bouteille
13. Fontaine Burdeau
14. Amphitheater of the Three Gauls
15. Traboule et Cour des Voraces
Inclusion
Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
Audio Guide
30+ narration points of popular locations in Lyon
Access to Self Lyon WWII & Resistance Full-Day Walking Tour on "Trippy Tour Guide" App
Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
Exclusion
Meals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
4.5
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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