Bordeaux in WW2 and the Nazi Occupation
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.
Pickup
Your guide will be standing outside the main doors of the City Hall. They will be holding a red umbrella.
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.