Friedhofsführung Père Lachaise, Gräber und Crêpes

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

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   Père Lachaise Cemetery

   Discover Paris' funeral history, from the eerie Catacombs to the creation of Père Lachaise. How it operates today, and the raw truths behind the city’s evolving approach to death. Your guide will lead you through the serene pathways of the cemetery, stopping at the graves of famous individuals Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a pauper's funeral in Bagneaux cemetery. Oscar Wilde's friends and fans later raised the funds to purchase a burial plot in the more fashionable Père Lachaise cemetery and to have his body moved. Visit the grave of the most famous Born April 26, 1798 in France, he was one of the most famous romanticism painters. He portrayed among other things, the Muslim world, the result of his travels. He died on August 13, 1863, leaving a large number of works, many of which are in the Louvre in Paris. After seeing "Liberty Leading the People" in a history book at school, it impacted me a lot and I became interested in his work.

   45 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Visit the grave of the most famous French singer of the first half of the 20th century, whose singing fame was worldwide and had developed a cult-following among the working class.

   7 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   The final stand of the Paris Commune in 1871. This wall marks the spot where over a hundred Communards were executed, a poignant symbol of revolution, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Tomb stone of Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas

   Gertrude Stein, the iconic writer and salon hostess, was at the heart of the city's avant-garde movement. Enabling artists to live from their art and therefore allowing us to enjoy their legacy today. This tomb is a tribute to their 40 year old relationship.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Guest will find out why Oscar

   Guest will find out why Oscar was moved from his first resting place after a pauper's funeral in Bagneaux cemetery. Oscar Wilde's friends and fans later raised the funds to purchase a burial plot in the more fashionable Père Lachaise cemetery and to have his body moved.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   A journalist murdered by the Emperor's relatives during the tumultuous days of the Second Empire. Buried as a martyr to an oppressive regime, Victor Noir has since become symbolised for his legendary fertility powers.

   7 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Antoine Parmentier

   Antoine Parmentier is famous for turning the potato from a feared food into a cherished part of French cuisine. Using reverse psychology, he convinced the French to embrace the potato by making it seem like a prized, forbidden treasure.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Molière, the master of French comedy, and Jean de La Fontaine, the famed fable writer, left an indelible mark on 17th-century French literature. Both were brought to Père Lachaise to entice others to be buried here. Do those tombs truly hold the remains of those two legends?

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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   Père Lachaise Cemetery

   Tombe stone of Marcel Marceau

   World-renowned mime who captivated audiences with his unique ability to tell stories without a single word. Known for his iconic character Bip

   10 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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    Bois de Boulogne

    Find out why one of the world’s top composers decided to be buried here - Because Chopin feared being buried alive (not uncommon at that time), his heart was removed at his request before burial and placed in an urn.

    15 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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    Bois de Boulogne

    Find out why Jim Morrison buried in a Paris cemetery? According to many accounts, Morrison, who had moved to France, loved walking through the Paris cemetery. His girlfriend, Pam Courson, who later died of a heroin overdose, said he “wanted to be buried there because his idol Oscar Wilde” was interred there.

    15 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

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    Bois de Boulogne

    Visit a local an authentic Parisian Creperie for the perfect finish to a Parisian tour. Guests will enjoy a delicious sweet or savoury crepe cooked in the authentic French way. Choose from Ham/Cheese/Vegetarian/Chocolate or Lemon.

    35 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

Treffpunkt

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time MEETING PLACE: Alexandre Dumas Metro on Line 2 MEETING POINT: Meet your guide directly outside Alexandre Dumas Metro. Look for the LetzGo City Tours sign held by your guide

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Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
• Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
• Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
• Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
• Not suitable for guests with strict dietary requirements and food allergies
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• You cannot enter the venue with this voucher. - To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE. - You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled. Health & Safety: - This tour is not suitable for guests who require any device to assist with mobility. - Participants should be in good health, consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise. - Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking. - Operates in all weather conditions. - Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older. - Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.